Principal Electrical Engineer

Ramboll; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to manage MEP projects and promote sustainable solutions. The ideal candidate should be a qualified Engineer with a strong background in the field, capable of inspiring client confidence and managing technical tasks with minimal supervision. The role offers support for professional development and is focused on making a positive impact on society and nature. Join us in striving towards a sustainable future.

Benefits

Investment in your development

Flexible work environment

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a qualified Engineer in their discipline.
• Ability to inspire confidence and strengthen client relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative in handling technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead your own MEP projects and manage engineers of complementary disciplines.
• Undertake detailed designs meeting required standards.
• Maintain high levels of client service and meet project deadlines.

Skills

Qualified Engineer with proven track record

CIBSE / IET / IMechE accredited degree or HNC

Working towards IEng or CEng status

Excellent communication skills

Experience with digital and parametric design tools

Education

Accredited honors degree or HNC in applicable discipline

Job description

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex engineering issues? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open‑minded person?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Building Services as our new Principal Electrical Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Principal Electrical Engineer, you will be working as part of a team, you will be expected to manage your own project work, undertake detailed design to the required standards and to maintain excellent levels of client service.

Responsibilities

• To take a key role representing Ramboll on MEP projects leading your own discipline and (for suitably sized projects) also managing engineers of a complimentary discipline
• Able to work using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role
• Complete detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function
• Have an ability to inspire confidence both internally and externally, and then use this to strengthen client relationships
• Manage time on projects to suit deadlines and complete their assigned tasks
• Where they are the Ramboll project manager, co‑ordinate the tasks so all deadlines are met and allocate resource appropriately

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

Qualifications and Skills

• Being a qualified Engineer having a proven and demonstrable track record in their discipline
• Having a CIBSE / IET / IMechE Engineering Council accredited honours degree, or an HNC in an applicable discipline with commitment to continue with higher education.
• To have achieved or working towards IEng or CEng status
• Able to work using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role
• Able to inspire confidence both internally and externally, and then use this to strengthen client relationships
• To be an excellent communicator and possess to the ability to make what is complicated simple
• To have an interest in or experience using digital and parametric design tools

Benefits

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company
• Flexible work environment
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation‑owned people company. Ramboll 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 working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society.

Our Culture

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. 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. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to Apply?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

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

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.