Job Description

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

We're looking for apart-qualified

Renewable Energy Consultant

to join our progressive

Renewable Energy team

in our

Bristol, Edinburgh, London or Truro

office. You'll join us as an Industrial Placement student in 2026, where you'll be delivering sustainable projects for our communities, planet and society.


This is a fantastic opportunity for students studying an Energy based Engineering degree with a passion for the built environment to gain valuable experience within an established consultancy


The team advises clients on all types of Renewable energy technologies including Wind, Solar, Battery Storage, Hydropower, Microgrids, Hydrogen and EV Charging. Our projects range from large scale utility connected developments to smaller distributed energy assets across masterplans or mixed-use developments.

Your role:

Supporting Stantec's renewable energy development clients Working on renewable energy generation and storage projects throughout the entire project lifecycle including feasibility, grid connection, planning, design, procurement, and construction. Contributing to the delivery of key projects, with support from senior team members. Reviewing project details and developing appropriate technical, economic and environmental solutions. Reviewing documentation provided by project teams, assess this against the project's targets and provide feedback or follow-up. Preparation of reports providing advice and guidance to clients and project teams, or in support of planning applications with support from senior team members. Liaising with utility and distribution network operators to develop generation and storage projects. Developing commercial awareness by assisting with the preparation of proposals/tenders for new work.

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over experience. If you're part-way through a relevant degree, (BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons) / MEng), we'd love to receive your application if you are:

An Adapter

- You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.

A Perseverer

- You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.

A Collaborator

- You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others' perspectives to shape better outcomes.

A Problem-Solver

- You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Please note, we ask our placement students to come into the office a minimum of 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

A competitive salary Private medical insurance A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.


Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.


Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.


Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.


At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK@stantec.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID:

7764