Project Engineer for Tidal Stream Energy

Department:

Department of Engineering Science, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PJ

We are seeking a full-time Project Engineer to join the Environmental Fluid Mechanics research group at the Department of Engineering Science (central Oxford). The post is funded by the EPSRC and is fixed-term for 2 years with the possibility of extension.

The role is to design, manufacture, assemble and test laboratory scale tidal turbines and platform concepts. You will work on the EPSRC-funded programme CoTide that is developing whole system engineering models and innovative designs for tidal energy systems. The CoTide project team brings together world-leading centres at the Universities of Oxford, Edinburgh, Strathclyde and Sheffield. CoTide’s team of around 40 researchers and academics are developing holistic integrated models covering all aspects of tidal stream turbine design that will help to reduce costs and support innovation to accelerate technology development and deployment for the tidal stream industry.

Working as part of a wider research and design team, including hydrodynamicists and computational modellers, the role is in the design of the whole turbine and platform system. The post holder will lead in the design and specification of electrical and mechanical systems. The role will include CAD, FEA and the identification and application of applicable certification standards in design.

You should possess a relevant undergraduate or higher level degree in Engineering or a related discipline, have a strong background and relevant experience in CAD, FEA, and the use of certification standards in design, and have excellent communication skills.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Willden.

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/.

Only online applications received before midday on the 18th May 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a CV and a covering letter/supporting statement explaining how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

Contact Person: Prof. Richard Willden
Vacancy ID: 186000
Closing Date & Time: 18-May-2026 12:00
Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7
Contact Email: richard.willden@eng.ox.ac.uk
Salary: Grade 7: £39,424 - £47,779 per annum (Inclusive of Oxford University weighting)