MEP Principal Engineer - Healthcare

Ramboll Group A/S; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading consultancy as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer in the UK Healthcare Division. You'll lead projects that create sustainable solutions in healthcare, working with a dynamic team on innovative designs. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Benefits

27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions

Subsidized private medical insurance

Cycle-to-work schemes

Investment in development and leadership guidance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering on UK projects.
• Membership in MCIBSE, MIMechE, or MIHEEM.
• Strong understanding of digital design delivery.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a team of Mechanical Engineers.
• Conducting detailed design work, including calculations.
• Managing projects and acting as project manager for mechanical tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Engagement

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Revit

BIM 360

Hevacomp

MagiCad

IES

Job description

Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has around 2,000 talented professionals working across multiple offices to deliver innovative solutions in Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. We support the development and success of our team members, offering opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within a friendly, open, and supportive environment.

Job Description

Are you experienced in complex, technically challenging projects and interested in joining our UK Healthcare Division? Do you enjoy developing sustainable solutions for technical challenges and working on diverse project types? Are you motivated by innovative engineering solutions that create sustainable societal and environmental benefits? Do you thrive in an environment that values design flair and innovation?

If so, this could be the perfect role for you. Join our UK Healthcare team as our new MEP Principal Engineer and help us move towards a sustainable future.

Your new role

As a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be part of our expanding UK team working on healthcare projects both domestically and internationally. You will focus on technical delivery excellence and developing a strong understanding of client care.

We offer flexible working arrangements, allowing you to work from any of our primary offices or from home. Current projects include Hillerod Hospital Denmark, Cambridge Children’s Hospital, Kettering General Hospital, and KEMH in the Falklands Islands.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Leading and managing a team of Mechanical Engineers and technicians, collaborating with other engineering disciplines.
2. Enhancing the profile and reputation of Ramboll and our UK Healthcare Team.
3. Developing and overseeing mechanical concepts and designs.
4. Conducting detailed design work, including calculations, using industry software such as Hevacomp, MagiCad, IES, Revit, etc.
5. Inspiring and motivating your project team members.
6. Engaging with clients and partners, representing Ramboll at meetings.
7. Supporting key accounts and developing relationships with new clients.
8. Contributing to our UK Healthcare sector business development strategies.
9. Implementing best practices to deliver sustainable, zero-carbon, innovative, and high-quality services.
10. Managing projects and acting as the project manager for mechanical engineering tasks.

Your new team

Our Healthcare team is expanding to realize our 5-year strategic goals. You will be part of a dynamic, growing team where you can develop your career. Our team is national, with flexibility in office location across the UK.

Our portfolio includes long-term programs and large new-build hospitals, making a real difference in healthcare. We are proud of our work in the healthcare sector and its positive impact on the NHS and people's lives.

We collaborate with leading UK and international architects and are recognized for our innovative, Scandinavian-inspired design approach.

About you

We support your personal and professional growth from day one. For this role, the following qualifications, skills, and experience are essential:

• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering on UK projects, preferably healthcare or complex, high-resilience projects.
• Leadership skills that foster a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Membership in MCIBSE, MIMechE, or MIHEEM (or supporting qualifications for membership).
• Strong understanding of digital design delivery using Revit/BIM 360.
• Excellent project management skills across multiple projects.
• Understanding of project risks (technical and commercial).
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Motivational and confident in engaging clients and team members across borders.
• Autonomous work ethic on technical aspects of the discipline.
• Client-centric approach.

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development and leadership guidance.
• Recognition of your unique qualities.
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
• The long-term stability of a foundation-owned company.
• Leading digital tools and innovative practices.
• Flexible working environment.
• 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions.
• Subsidized benefits including private medical insurance and cycle-to-work schemes.

Why join our Healthcare team

Join us to:

• Develop your expertise managing projects and multidisciplinary teams, and become a technical leader.
• Participate actively in delivering our ambitious 5-year strategy.
• Collaborate globally, sharing best practices and innovative healthcare design solutions.

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is committed to creating a thriving world for nature and people. Our culture emphasizes openness, curiosity, diversity, and inclusion, providing an environment where everyone can flourish and reach their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with all relevant documents, including your CV. We value passion and potential, and encourage applications even if you don't meet every requirement, as our supportive culture fosters growth.

Thank you for considering a career with Ramboll. We look forward to your application!