Job Description

Location:

Wild Hydrogen offices - Hardwicke / Eastington

Salary:

29,000- 34,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contract Type:

Full-time

Reports to

: Control Systems Engineer

About Wild Hydrogen

At Wild Hydrogen, you will be part of a team building the next generation of carbon-negative energy, tackling some of the hardest problems in the global energy transition.

Our breakthrough RiPR technology converts wet biogenic feedstocks, including agricultural and food waste and even plastics, into high-yield hydrogen and biomethane with minimal pre-processing. Both outputs capture carbon dioxide and generate biochar, creating a truly carbon-negative fuel solution.

Designed to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors, our hydrogen and biomethane directly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The flexible RiPR process adapts to evolving policy landscapes, including hydrogen blending mandates, ensuring resilience and scalability.

Backed by significant investment and strategic partnerships, you will be joining us at a critical scale-up phase. You will work within a small, passionate, high-impact team and help shape a cleaner, greener energy future.

The Role

As a Junior Electrical Engineer, you will support the design, installation and commissioning of electrical and control systems for Wild Hydrogen's first-of-a-kind pilot plant.

Working closely with senior engineers, you will help build and test prototypes, contribute to PLC and electrical circuit design, assist with panel building and wiring, and support the integration of mechanical, electrical and software components. This role offers hands-on engineering experience, opportunities for formal training, and the chance to develop your technical capability within a rapidly scaling clean-energy company delivering novel, low-carbon technology.

Key responsibilities:

Help build, test and troubleshoot prototypes and equipment Support the creation of designs for automated systems using CAD software, generating technical drawings and completing calculations under the guidance of senior engineers Write basic code for controllers, sensors and other components of mechatronic systems Analyse data from sensors, instruments and cameras to monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement Assist in integrating mechanical, electrical and software components to ensure systems work together effectively Work closely with senior engineers to deliver project objectives for our first-of-a-kind pilot plant Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including change orders and design files Ensure designs and installations comply with safety, regulatory and customer specifications

About You

Essential:

You have a relevant technical qualification, such as an Apprenticeship, HNC, HND, BTEC or City & Guilds, or equivalent practical experience You have hands-on capability with power and hand tools You are well organised, with strong attention to detail You communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and verbally You are proactive, self-motivated and comfortable supporting multiple stakeholders You have a genuine interest in clean energy, sustainability or climate solutions

Desirable:

Experience of panel building and wiring Experience using CAD for electrical and PLC circuit design Previous experience within a manufacturing environment Experience working with technical teams in early-stage or rapidly scaling companies

Why Join Us?

Join an ambitious start-up at the forefront of the climate tech revolution Collaborate with a team of passionate professionals in an innovative and supportive environment Play a key role in scaling ground-breaking carbon-negative technologies Competitive salary and future potential for share options/equity Full employer support for relevant certified training Career and technical progression opportunities

Company Benefits

Flexible working hours: Work 8 hours anytime between 7am-7pm, Monday to Friday (flexibility available on request) Company-contributed private medical insurance, life assurance and access to mental health support services Participation in the company's standard pension scheme with a 5% contribution Company off-site team building days - past activities have included e-biking in the Cotswolds and raft building in South Cerney Access to company e-bikes for commuting or leisure use Free parking on-site at Wild Hydrogen HQ Annual leave: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Your birthday off as an extra day of leave Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) share options, giving you the opportunity to share in the long-term success and growth of Wild Hydrogen Career growth supported by training, development, and compliance programmes
Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role to careers@wildhydrogen.com. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Be sure to highlight your experience in relation to the essential skills and responsibilities outlined above.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 29,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Financial planning services Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person