Jon Harman
About Jon Harman
Jon Harman is the Technology Delivery Director at Ceres Power, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in engineering and technology management, having previously held various senior roles at Ceres Power and earned a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire.
Current Role as Technology Delivery Director
Jon Harman currently serves as the Technology Delivery Director at Ceres Power, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the delivery of technology projects and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives. His leadership focuses on advancing Ceres Power's technological capabilities, particularly in the development of solid oxide electrolysis technology for green hydrogen production.
Previous Positions at Ceres Power
Jon Harman has held multiple roles at Ceres Power, contributing significantly to various engineering and technology initiatives. He worked as the Director of E-Fuels Programmes from 2020 to 2021, and prior to that, he served as the Director of Advanced Engineering from 2018 to 2020. His earlier tenure included roles as Senior Principal Engineer from 2014 to 2018 and Senior Principal Engineer - Safety Case from 2010 to 2011. Throughout these positions, he collaborated with C-suite executives to establish strategic direction and develop technology roadmaps.
Education and Qualifications
Jon Harman studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire, where he earned a BEng degree from 1992 to 1996. His foundational education includes studies at Imberhorne School, where he achieved 10 GCSEs and A Levels in subjects including Maths, Physics, and English Literature from 1985 to 1992.
Technical Leadership and Achievements
In his roles at Ceres Power, Jon Harman has demonstrated technical leadership by building new technological and engineering capabilities from the ground up. He developed an agile Technology Management practice that aligns with a technology licensing business model. Additionally, he led a team of over 40 scientists and engineers to successfully deliver a megawatt-class prototype system, managing a budget of £15 million.
Collaboration and Business Development
Jon Harman has provided technical expertise to support commercial and business development teams at Ceres Power. His collaborative efforts have been instrumental in aligning engineering capabilities with business objectives, ensuring that technology developments meet market needs and drive company growth.