Associate Electrical Engineer - Critical Systems

Ramboll Group A/S; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Electrical Engineer in the Critical Systems team, where you will lead the design of innovative electrical solutions for sustainable infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across the UK and globally, contributing to the transition towards net zero energy. You'll manage a talented team while ensuring high-quality designs and practices. With a commitment to your professional development and a flexible working environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Flexible working up to three days remote

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Commitment to personal development

Inclusive work culture

Inspiration from diverse colleagues and projects

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering required.
• Chartered status or on track to achieve it with a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Delivering technical designs for critical infrastructure projects.
• Managing a team of skilled engineers and maintaining workflow.

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Communication skills

Team management

Knowledge of ETAP

Knowledge of Trimble

Education

Masters in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Trimble

Job description

Associate Electrical Engineer - Critical Systems

Are you driven by the detail of an engineering solution? Are you keen to unlock the route to facilitate delivering net zero energy? Do you want to apply engineering principles on a practical basis?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Critical Systems team as our new Associate (Electrical) and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Associate (Electrical), you will be responsible for delivering technical designs in locations throughout the UK, Europe and remote locations around the world. You will be responsible for managing a team of skilled, multidisciplinary engineers, including assisting in winning work. You will be part of the Buildings team, but working across all markets and many countries. The Critical Systems team work on electrical and mechanical designs for infrastructure support projects such as road and rail tunnels, moving bridges, power generation, standby power support, uninterruptible power, and district heating facilities. We work on ports and harbours, floating pontoons and dock installations. We deliver provision for EV charging now and for future demand. We undertake Cat 3 checking of designs for critical infrastructure.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Electrical technical design, reviews and checking
• Management of a team of building services engineering staff
• Assisting in maintaining the orderbook and workflow

About you

• You should have a Masters degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering, or equivalent
• You should be Chartered (or en route to) with a recognised professional institution
• You should have experience in electrical engineering design, with knowledge of proprietary software (ETAP or Trimble)
• Be aware on site installation practice and buildability
• Have good communications skill in written and spoken English

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Work that reflects your interests and passions, with a high degree of job satisfaction
• Flexible working, with remote working up to three days per week.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland

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’s 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 in the United Kingdom and Ireland has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. In 2024, Ramboll was included in the Sunday Times’ list of Best Places to Work.

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. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. 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.