Job Description

Junior Project Engineer

Location: Exeter office, with flexible working also considered

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (dependent on experience) + Benefits

Join Kensa and help make heating better for everyone

At Kensa, we’re making heating better - for people, for the planet and for the future. Since 1999, we’ve been leading the way in ground source heat pump technology, delivering affordable, low-carbon heating solutions that support the UK’s transition to net zero.

We’re now looking for a Junior Project Engineer to join our design team and support the delivery of low-carbon heating projects in the new build sector. In this newly created partnership-focused role, you’ll help coordinate design requirements, project information and communication between internal teams, external partners and clients.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their engineering career, or with engineering knowledge gained through study, work experience or a technical background, who wants to develop their experience in a growing low-carbon sector.

The role

As Junior Project Engineer, you’ll play an important part in coordinating design and pre-construction information, supporting project delivery and helping ensure design outputs are accurate, consistent and delivered to schedule.

You’ll work closely with experienced colleagues, building your understanding of ground source heat pump projects, technical drawings, engineering calculations and design processes as you develop in the role.

You’ll be involved in project kick-off meetings, internal design discussions and external stakeholder meetings, while supporting the preparation of project documentation, engineering calculations, energy modelling, reports, risk assessments and design information. You’ll also help coordinate design information and requirements with new build partners, clients and internal colleagues so projects keep moving clearly and consistently.

This is a varied role where strong communication, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects will be key.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating key pre-construction and design information

• Supporting project kick-off meetings, internal design meetings and external stakeholder meetings

• Carrying out energy modelling calculations and engineering calculations

• Reviewing project documents, drawings and ground-source infrastructure plans

• Preparing project summaries, reports, risk assessments and design documents

• Supporting product selection and engineering document production

• Coordinating design information with internal colleagues, partners and clients

• Managing document control and distribution of project information

• Supporting project programming, scheduling, forecasting, quotations, purchase orders and related project administration

• Helping improve processes within a dynamic, fast-paced team environment

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone organised, detail-focused and proactive, who enjoys working with technical information, coordinating multiple priorities and collaborating with internal teams, external partners and clients. You’ll need to be comfortable managing multiple tasks, communicating clearly and supporting colleagues and stakeholders to keep projects moving.

Skills and experience:

• Some engineering knowledge, studies or background, such as a relevant degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, technical qualification or practical experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and analytical ability

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Confidence working in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach

• Strong Excel capability

• Experience using AutoCAD or other technical drawing applications would be beneficial

• A proactive approach to developing and improving processes

What we offer

At Kensa, we’re committed to creating a supportive, rewarding and purpose-driven place to work. When you join us, you can expect:

• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year after 2 years' continuous service, up to a maximum of 30 days, plus bank holidays

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options where possible

• Career development support, including training and support for recognised qualifications

• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family

• Private healthcare after one year of service

• Community Impact: Paid volunteering days.

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, helping you access a new EV in a tax-efficient way

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions

• A collaborative culture where your work directly supports the UK’s transition to greener, more affordable heating

Ready to apply?

If you’re motivated by sustainability, enjoy working with technical detail and want to build your engineering career in a growing low-carbon sector, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please let us know - we’ll be happy to support you.

You’re welcome to include a short cover note (a few paragraphs is plenty) explaining what draws you to Kensa and how your experience aligns with the role, but it’s optional - please apply in the way that suits you best.