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Data Engineer (MS Fabric)
- Salary: £45000 - £65000 per annum
- Type: Full Time
- Region: UK - North West
- Town/City: Preston, Lancashire
- Posted: 28/10/2026
- Reference: 65152_1793187655
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Data Engineer (Microsoft Fabric)£45,000-£56,000 | Preston, Lancashire | Hybrid
Build the data foundations behind a more sustainable future.
Are you a Data Engineer who enjoys solving complex data challenges, building scalable platforms and making systems work smarter?
We're working with a sustainability-focused consultancy looking for a Data Engineer to help shape and develop its Microsoft Fabric environment. This is an opportunity to move beyond project-by-project solutions and help build a more structured, automated and scalable data platform.
What you'll be doing
Designing and building data pipelines, models and automated workflows in Microsoft Fabric.
Developing data ingestion and transformation processes using Fabric pipelines and notebooks.
Working with SQL, Python and modern lakehouse/warehouse architecture.
Optimising data structures for Power BI reporting and analytics.
Improving data quality, governance and consistency across the business.
Reducing reliance on manual spreadsheets through smarter, automated solutions.
Collaborating with BI and software development teams to evolve the wider data infrastructure.
What we're looking for
Hands-on Microsoft Fabric experience is essential.
Strong SQL and data modelling skills.
Experience building data pipelines and integrating APIs, databases and other sources.
Python skills for data processing and automation.
Understanding of Power BI integration and modern data architecture.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to take ownership of solutions.
Energy or utilities experience would be beneficial, but it's not essential.
What's on offer?
£45,000-£56,000 salary, depending on experience.
Hybrid working, with two days per week in the Preston office.
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off.
Flexible working, private medical insurance, gym contribution and an EV scheme.
The chance to make a tangible impact in a business focused on energy efficiency and carbon reduction.
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