Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Ramboll; København; On-site; DKK 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll in Copenhagen seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Geo Structures department. You will deliver geotechnical design for large infrastructure projects, guide junior engineers, and contribute to sustainable ground engineering solutions. Strong Python skills and English communication are essential; Danish is a plus.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, opportunities to influence project directions, and growth within Ramboll's global geotechnical practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Proven ability to conduct complex analyses of retaining structures and foundations.
• Knowledge of Python to solve technical problems.
• Fluent English; Danish skills are beneficial but not essential.
• Good written and oral communication and collaboration across teams.
• Understanding of commercial controls to deliver work aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical design and advice to a multi-disciplinary project team for infrastructure schemes.
• Plan and conduct analyses of geotechnical structures using proprietary tools.
• Guide less experienced engineers in analysis and design.
• Develop new ideas or approaches to ground engineering challenges.
• Engage in R&D to enable sustainable solutions and new offerings.
• Support marketing and business development to secure projects.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Python

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree beneficial

Job description

At Ramboll, we are dedicated to making a positive difference through the projects we deliver. Do you want to bring your passion for ground engineering to our team? We are looking for professionals who are eager to contribute their geotechnical design and expertise to our growing Geo Structures department in Copenhagen.

We are a strong team of international and Danish colleagues, committed to challenging design practices through collaboration and innovation. Are you our new Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Copenhagen?

You will join our Geo Structures department:

As our new Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering challenging ground engineering projects that support the construction of new railways, ports, renewable energy facilities, highways, and high-quality new buildings. We also advise clients on the impact of new work on both natural and man-made environments, ensuring projects proceed sustainably and safely. Our team includes experts in the field who will guide and support your career development, enhancing the skills you bring to Geostructures.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Providing advice and design to a multi-disciplinary project team taking on technical geotechnical delivery for projects or sections of large infrastructure schemes.
• Planning and conducting analysis of geotechnical structures using various proprietary tools.
• Guiding less experienced engineers to deliver analysis and design.
• Providing new ideas or approaches to ground engineering challenges.
• Carrying out research and development of new ideas and products to enable Ramboll to provide sustainable solutions for society.
• Assist in marketing our skills to identify and secure exciting new projects and contracts that build on our existing industry and market relationships.

As a member of our team, you'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in tunnel engineering, contributing to world-renowned projects like the Femernbælt, Fehmarnsund, and Dreilinden IMT tunnel projects, among others. Additionally, projects such as Marselis, M4, and significant German railway projects are being delivered through our team and colleagues.

We continuously strive to remain at the forefront of technology, creating innovative solutions to tackle our challenges. We value teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture focused on mutual support and success.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• A minimum of 6 years of working experience.
• A good quality BEng degree with substantial geotechnical engineering or engineering geology content.
• A master's degree or higher focusing on geotechnical engineering or engineering geology would be beneficial.
• Proven ability to conduct complex analyses of retaining structures and complex foundations.
• Experience in rock engineering and/or geo-seismic engineering would be advantageous.
• Knowledge and demonstrable experience in using Python to solve technical problems.
• Written and oral communication skills in Danish are beneficial but not essential for this role.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• A solid understanding of commercial controls needed to deliver work in a manner that aligns with our business objectives.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include the ability to investigate new ideas rather than relying on traditional methods; strong oral communication skills to interact with colleagues of varied backgrounds and experience levels, both in person and online; and the ability to critically assess your work and that of others to ensure accuracy and consistency with our high standards.

Deadline: 11.10.2026

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that is where we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.