Asset Adoption Engineer

TL;DR

Asset Adoption Engineer (District Heating): Deliver new energy centres and district heating schemes into operations with an accent on procedures, due-diligence, and compliance. Focus on reviewing designs, conducting site inspections, and implementing management systems for safe, efficient, and reliable asset adoption.

Location: Home based in GB with regular travel across London sites and nationwide

Salary: £52,620-£66,907

Company

EON Heat Networks is a rapidly growing business generating electricity and heat via district heating networks from energy centres.

What you will do

• Develop and implement procedures for adopting new sites from developers or internal teams.
• Collaborate with Sales and Contracts on due-diligence visits, risk logs, and alignment with standards.
• Review design, installation, and commissioning specs, providing recommendations for safe operations.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to implement recommendations.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure standards during build and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, implement management systems, and verify monitoring/control systems prior to adoption.

Requirements

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HNC or equivalent) or extensive mechanical experience.
• Experience in design, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of assets like CHP units, boilers, heat pumps, and distribution systems.
• Knowledge of water quality standards (BSRIA) and key legislation (CDM, HASWA, DSEAR, etc.).
• Experience with CMMS like SAP.
• IT proficient in Word, Excel, Project; excellent communication and project management skills.

Nice to have

• Chartered Member of relevant institution or working towards it.

Culture & Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, 20 flexible benefits.
• Industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies.
• Inclusive culture: Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, Best Employer for Women.
• Fertility and Menopause Friendly accredited.
• Disability Confident Employer with adjustments.
• Development programmes and talent networks.