Senior/Principal/Associate Civil/Structural Engineer

Ramboll Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll Group in the UK seeks an experienced Civil & Structural Engineer to lead T&D technical delivery and design management on landmark power infrastructure projects. You will mentor engineers, shape proposals, and act as the technical authority on major T&D initiatives.

The role combines leadership, training, and client-facing support, with opportunities to influence strategy and grow the T&D capability across the business.

Qualifications

• Degree (BEng / MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng MIStructE).
• 10+ years' experience in civil & structural engineering with T&D exposure.
• Proven experience in Transmission & Distribution infrastructure, including substations and power networks.
• Experience working with National Grid and UK DNOs (e.g., UK Power Networks, SSEN, SPEN, WPD).
• Experience in framework delivery environments.
• Demonstrable experience as a Lead Engineer, Design Manager, or Technical Lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and design leadership for T&D projects.
• Oversee substations, OHL foundations, cable routes and related T&D infra.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards, Eurocodes, and CDM Health & Safety.
• Develop and deliver training for civil/structural engineers in T&D.
• Support client meetings, bid activities, and marketing with technical input.
• Contribute to project planning, resourcing, and risk management.
• Promote innovation and design efficiency in T&D service offering.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring engineers

Client-facing communication

Design management

Project planning

Education

BEng / MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng MIStructE)

Job description

senior technical level.This role offers a genuine opportunity to influence strategy, develop people, and lead landmark UK power infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Design Leadership

• Substations
• Overhead Line (OHL) foundations
• Cable routes
• Associated T&D infrastructure

Ensure full compliance with:

• UK standards (Eurocodes, BS EN)
• National Grid / DNO specifications
• CDM Regulations and Health & Safe&ty requirements

Training & Capability Development

Lead the training strategy for civil and structural engineers within T&D sector.Deliver structured:Technical trainingDesign standards trainingT&D-specific best practice workshopsMentor graduate and mid-level engineers.

Client, Commercial & Marketing

SupportAttend client, bid, and marketing meetings as the senior technical representative.Support:Bid strategyScope definitionTechnical proposalsCost and programme inputBuild long-term relationships with:DNOsNational GridICPsEPC contractors

Project & Business Support

Provide technical input to project planning, resourcing, and risk management.Assist in developing and growing the T&D service offering.Support innovation, digital engineering, and design efficiency initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Degree (BEng / MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng MICE / MIStructE).
• 10+ years' experience in civil & structural engineering with strong T&D exposure.
• Proven experience in Transmission & Distribution infrastructure, including substations and power networks.
• Experience working with:National GridDNOs (UK Power Networks, SSEN, SPEN, WPD, etc.)
• Experience in framework delivery environments.
• Demonstrable experience as a:Lead Engineer, Design Manager, or Technical

Job Description

Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has around 2,000 bright minds working across multiple offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health and Energy. We love seeing our people develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive. We are seeking an experienced Civil & Structural Engineer to play a key leadership role in supporting and growing our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) capability in the UK. This is a high-impact position combining technical leadership, design management, training, and client-facing commercial support. You will act as a technical authority and Design Manager on major T&D projects while also leading the training and development of our engineering team. You will regularly attend client and marketing meetings, helping shape proposals and represent the business at a, Authority. Strong knowledge of:UK design standards and EurocodesCDM RegulationsConfident client-facing communicator.Experience leading and mentoring engineers.Full UK driving licence.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

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’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 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.

Additional Information

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

Summary

SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Civil Engineering

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