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Our client, an industry leader in the renewables sector, is currently seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Head of Engineering to lead and develop the technical function within their Romania country organisation. This role is key in enabling our client to deliver optimised, future-ready renewable energy solutions that support Romania's national targets and contribute to the broader energy transition.
As Head of Engineering, you will lead the local engineering department, oversee workload distribution and resource planning, and ensure alignment with central engineering processes and tools. You will be at the forefront of technical and regulatory developments, ensuring that our market offering is both competitive and resilient in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead & Develop: Manage the local engineering team, allocate resources, and align ways of working with the central engineering function
- Strategic Market Insight: Monitor technical and regulatory trends to adapt our solutions and ensure long-term competitiveness in the Romanian renewable energy sector
- Drive Innovation: Lead technical development initiatives and partnerships that support integrated, market-relevant energy solutions
- Grid Connection Involvement: Take active involvement in dialogues with ANRE, TSO, and DSOs, applying a good understanding of key technical knowledge and regulatory requirements to technical, contractual, and regulatory matters
- Technical Project Management: Step in as Technical PM when required to ensure project continuity and efficiency when TPM resources are constrained
- Development Support: Coordinate engineering resources to ensure projects under development meet milestones and objectives on schedule
- Project Optimisation: Ensure all projects are guided by strong technical and economic principles throughout the value chain, from development to construction and operation
- Future Readiness: Define technical scopes and capabilities that meet future market demands, including bankability and risk mitigation aspects in partnership with Construction teams
Job Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience within engineering and understanding of project development in the renewable energy sector
- Deep understanding of renewable energy systems, grid integration, and emerging energy technologies
- Knowledge of applicable standards for power plant equipment, including supporting structures and lifting machinery
- Experience in technical project management with ability to coordinate cross-functional teams
- Strong business acumen with the ability to link technical decisions to financial and strategic outcomes
- Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and international organisations
- Ability to collaborate effectively with external designers on civil, electrical, and mechanical aspects
- Excellent communication skills in English and Romanian
- A forward-looking, analytical mindset with a passion for innovation and sustainability
Benefits:
At our client, they don't just develop renewable energy-they enable a smarter, cleaner energy system. You'll be part of a passionate team that values innovation, collaboration, and real impact. They offer an inclusive culture, flexible working conditions, and the opportunity to grow in one of the fastest-moving sectors of the future.
If you are an experienced Head of Engineering looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Romania.
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