Lead Mechanical Engineer — Client Growth & Projects (Europe)

Freelio; Esbjerg, Vejle, København; Hybrid; DKK 673,000 - 972,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to expand presence in industrial and energy markets, identify opportunities, win work, and lead multidisciplinary assignments from concept to execution. You will collaborate across Denmark and Global Competence Centres to deliver sustainable, client-driven projects.

The role combines technical leadership with commercial acumen, mentoring junior staff, and participating in proposal development within a globally connected Mechanical & Plant Design team.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 8 to 10+ years of relevant experience within industrial plants, energy infrastructure, gas systems, process plants, manufacturing, offshore energy, or related industries.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, equipment, piping, pressure equipment, rotating machinery, or plant design.
• Proven track record in client engagement and business development.
• Experience leading engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and build long-term client relationships.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent Danish, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and new clients.
• Identifying, maturing, and converting opportunities into projects.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to industrial and energy sector clients.
• Leading mechanical engineering studies, FEEDs, detailed design, and specialist assignments.
• Supporting proposal development and tender preparation.
• Managing project teams and coordinating delivery across Denmark and our Global Competence Centres.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting capability development.
• Contributing to the growth of Ramboll's Mechanical & Plant Design services.

Skills

Client engagement

Business development

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Multidisciplinary teams

Communication skills

Education

BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Job description

Ramboll is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to expand presence in industrial and energy markets, identify opportunities, win work, and lead multidisciplinary assignments from concept to execution. You will collaborate across Denmark and Global Competence Centres to deliver sustainable, client-driven projects.

The role combines technical leadership with commercial acumen, mentoring junior staff, and participating in proposal development within a globally connected Mechanical & Plant Design team.