Inspection Engineer

Join Natural Power as an Inspection Engineer in Stirling or Glasgow, UK. Lead inspections and upgrades across wind, solar, and battery storage projects. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and generous annual leave. Become an Inspection Engineer with Natural Power in Stirling or Glasgow, UK. This role involves leading inspections, retrofits, and upgrades across wind, solar, and battery storage projects. You will ensure H&S compliance, mentor technicians, and produce detailed reports. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and flexible working options while contributing to a greener future.

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Natural Power

Company Overview

Name

Natural Power

Headquarters

Castle Douglas, Scotland, United Kingdom

Founded

1995

Size

Approximately 500 employees globally (source: rocketreach.co). Revenue figures vary, with estimates around $386.7 million, though no public confirmation exists for 2023+ (source: rocketreach.co).

What They Do

Natural Power specializes in consultancy and services across a wide range of renewable energy sectors, including onshore wind, offshore wind, solar PV, energy storage, renewable heat, hydro, wave, and tidal energy. They provide comprehensive lifecycle support, from feasibility studies and planning to construction, operations, asset management, and due diligence (source: naturalpower.com). Their core offerings encompass expert planning, environmental assessments, project management, and innovative products such as the ControlCentre, which currently manages 11.5GW of renewable energy assets, including a significant portion of the UK's onshore wind and battery storage (source: naturalpower.com). With a presence in over 50 countries, Natural Power targets developers, investors, lenders, and operators, particularly in Europe and North America, while also exploring emerging markets in Africa (source: naturalpower.com). Their independent status allows them to provide unbiased advice on complex projects, leveraging over 30 years of experience and in-house innovations like AI-accelerated wind turbine inspections (source: naturalpower.com).

Projects & Track Record

Natural Power has an impressive track record, having supported projects totaling nearly 215,000 MW of installed capacity across more than 50 countries. They played a pivotal role in early UK milestones, including consenting the first 50MW Section 36 onshore wind project and Scotland's first onshore wind farm in 1996 (source: naturalpower.com). Recent notable projects include the BNRG solar projects in Ireland, contributing to the country's 2GW solar milestone, and a 20MW standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in California's Mojave Desert, which was commissioned in under a year (source: naturalpower.com). Ongoing projects include the construction management of Scotland's 33.4MW Mill Rig Wind Farm, which will power approximately 45,000 homes, and technical due diligence for a 4GW UK transmission-connected BESS portfolio (source: naturalpower.com). Their client base includes significant players like TagEnergy and Ardian, showcasing their strong partnerships in the renewable sector (source: naturalpower.com).

Recent Developments

In December 2025, Natural Power expanded its footprint in Germany's renewable market by acquiring Munich-based renerco plan consult (source: naturalpower.com). The company has been actively involved in due diligence for TagEnergy's acquisition of four 300MW Scottish wind projects in November 2025, further solidifying its role in the renewable energy landscape (source: naturalpower.com). Additionally, they advised on financing for Green Genius's 182MWp Lithuanian solar projects, demonstrating their expertise in international renewable financing (source: naturalpower.com). The launch of the expanded ControlCentre in May 2025, which is now the UK's largest independent renewable control room managing 11.5GW, marks a significant milestone for the company (source: naturalpower.com). Overall, Natural Power's turnover rose by 16% year-over-year, driven by growth in UK onshore wind and battery storage projects (source: cbinsights.com).

Working There

Natural Power offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including planning, environmental services, project management, and engineering for solar PV, energy storage, and wind projects. Their teams are involved in significant projects, such as managing 4GW BESS portfolios and operating control rooms (source: naturalpower.com). The company is actively hiring across its offices, particularly in the newly expanded Glasgow hub, which opened in January 2025, and its Castle Douglas headquarters (source: naturalpower.com). Natural Power fosters a collaborative culture focused on innovative problem-solving and ambitious teamwork, aiming to lead in the renewable energy sector (source: naturalpower.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company emphasizes investments in staff development and a supportive work environment, as evidenced by their eco-office and advanced control room facilities (source: naturalpower.com). Current job opportunities can be found on their careers page (source: naturalpower.com).

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Job Description

At Natural Power, we have been pioneers of positive renewable change for 30 years. If you’re looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.

Our Inspections team delivers industry-leading inspection services across wind, solar, and battery storage projects worldwide. From onshore and offshore wind farms to solar PV and BESS, we support clients at both operational and construction stages, helping them keep assets safe, reliable, and high-performing.

We’re looking for an experienced Inspections Engineer to join our growing team. You’ll take a hands-on role in inspections, retrofits, and upgrades, leading teams under WTSR, ensuring H&S compliance, and producing detailed reports for clients.

This is a varied and rewarding role, with opportunities to work across multiple technologies, travel extensively, and develop your expertise in a fast-moving and innovative environment.

What you’ll be doing

Leading teams as an Authorised Technician (AT) or Limited Authorised Technician (LAT) under WTSR on inspections and retrofit/upgrade projects.
Ensuring all activities comply with client and Natural Power H&S policies.
Drafting and reviewing risk assessments and method statements.
Supporting and mentoring less experienced technicians on-site.
Performing detailed inspections across a range of technologies, including:
- Borescope inspections of drivetrain components
- Electrical testing and alignment checks on generators
- Blade inspections (ground-based)
- Lubrication sampling
- Electro-mechanical inspections on wind turbines, solar farms, and BESS
Interpreting and classifying defects to IEC standards.
Preparing clear, detailed inspection reports for clients.

What you’ll bring

Valid GWO certification
Current AT or LAT status under WTSR (or proven capability to achieve this)
Strong knowledge of wind turbine electrical and mechanical systems
Hands-on experience with borescope inspections and generator testing
Ability to write risk assessments, method statements, and clear technical reports
Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
Flexibility to travel extensively (UK and internationally)
Full, clean driving licence

Nice to have

Multi-platform AT/LAT status
Experience in solar PV or BESS inspections/commissioning
Offshore wind experience
IOSH/NEBOSH qualification
Higher-level engineering qualification (HNC, degree, or equivalent)
Previous leadership/team management experience

Why join us?

For over 30 years, Natural Power has been at the forefront of renewable energy, providing expert services to maximise asset performance. Our Inspections team is a dynamic, supportive, and highly skilled group that works across multiple technologies and markets.

We offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Overtime
Generous annual leave
Flexible working options
Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Personal insurances
Optional health plans, discounts, and salary sacrifice schemes

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, building an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.

If you’re ready to take your inspection career to the next level and work on projects that power a greener tomorrow, apply now.

You can find the full role profile for this vacancy attached. Details of all our currently available opportunities can be found on our website. Natural Power reserves the right to remove this vacancy at any time.