Job Description

Job Category: Commercial & After Sales
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Are you an experienced technical leader in the power sector looking for your next big challenge? Socomec UK is looking for a UK National Technical Manager to lead our technical team, support complex commercial projects, and drive innovation across our Critical Power, Energy Efficiency & Energy Storage solutions.
What You'll Do
As the UK National Technical Manager, you will:

• Provide expert technical support to our commercial teams across Critical Power, Power Control & Safety, Energy Efficiency, and Energy Storage sectors
• Manage and support a team of pre-sales and technical support engineers
• Influence key specifiers and end-users, converting them to Socomec solutions
• Collaborate with our global technical and R&D teams to ensure local standards, systems, and certifications align with UK requirements
• Represent Socomec in technical committees and associations to help shape local industry standards
• Lead training initiatives, support major bids, and ensure seamless project execution from design to delivery.

Who You'll Work With
You'll collaborate closely with:

• UK Sales, Service, and Project Teams
• Consultants, Contractors, End-users
• Group Technical, R&D, and Application Development Teams
• Regional and Global Management

What We're Looking For

• Degree-qualified (BSc, MSc, BEng, HNC) engineer with 10+ years' experience in the power sector
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems and project environments
• Proven experience working with consultants, end-users, and design & build contractors
• Skilled in technical proposal development, business case creation, and influencing decision-makers
• Confident communicator with a collaborative leadership style
• Experience managing teams and projects across multiple stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Advanced knowledge of technical specifications, wiring diagrams, and system design
• Project and team management skills
• Ability to influence and support the development of new product concepts
• Strong commercial and relationship-building abilities.

Why Join Socomec?

• A leading international manufacturer of electrical equipment and solutions
• Opportunity to shape technical direction in the UK while collaborating globally
• Dynamic, supportive team environment
• Hybrid working and travel opportunities to our HQ in France.

Location access / under responsibility: South Cerney, Hitchin, and any future company sites
Start date: November 2025
Interested?
Apply now and be part of a company that's powering the future with innovation and integrity.
Please note:
We are not accepting applications from outside of the UK, and no sponsorship is offered. If you do not meet these criteria, please do not apply.
Socomec is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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About Us
Socomec is a leading independent French company founded in 1922, specialising in electrical power solutions. With over 4,200 employees and operations in 30+ countries, Socomec delivers trusted expertise in power conversion, switching, monitoring, and energy storage. Socomec mission is to ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of low-voltage electrical networks in critical sectors like industry, healthcare, and data centres. Known for their innovation, manufacturing excellence, and customer-focused service, Socomec combines global reach with local support, including a strong presence in the UK and Ireland through Socomec U.K. In essence, Socomec differentiates itself by forging true partnerships, pioneering energy innovation, and actively supporting the global shift toward sustainable, efficient energy usage.