Mechanical Design Engineer

Ramboll Group A/S
Southampton
1 month ago
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Do you have experience in complex, technically challenging projects in the Built Environment and want to join the UK team of our Global Industry and Infrastructure Facilities Service line Do you enjoy developing sustainable solutions for technical challenges and working on a wide variety of building project types? Are you motivated by innovative engineering building solutions and creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature?


If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity.


Join the UK team of our Global Service Line as our new Mechanical Design Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.


Your new role

As our new Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be part of our growing UK team working on building and infrastructure projects throughout the UK and internationally. You will have the opportunity to thrive in technical delivery excellence and develop excellent understanding of client care.


Your key responsibilities will be:



  • Provide mechanical design excellence within a team of Mechanical Engineers, working collaboratively with colleagues from other engineering disciplines, e.g. structural, electrical and public health engineers, etc
  • Positively raise the profile and reputation of Ramboll and our Southampton Team
  • Support our project and discipline leads to develop and oversee mechanical concepts and design solutions
  • Complete design calculations using industry standard software, such as MagiCad, IES, Revit etc.
  • Inspire and enthuse the engineers and technicians working with you on your projects
  • Liaise with clients and collaborators, representing Ramboll at project meetings
  • Support our projects and discipline leads to manage key accounts and developing relationships with new clients
  • Support our team sector business development strategies
  • Support our project and discipline leads to implement best practice procedures to enhance and maintain delivery of sustainable, zero carbon, innovative and quality advisory and design services

Your new team

Our Southampton team is growing to deliver our exciting and ambitious 5 year strategy. You will be part of an expanding and dynamic team where you can develop your long‑term career aspirations. Our team is a global team and you have the possibility to be based out of Southampton office,


We have a rich portfolio of built work that includes long‑term programme of works in Aviation, Rail, Ports, Infrastructure, Industrial, Manufacturing and Logistics Centres.


We work with leading UK and international architects, and we are recognised for our bold innovative approach, that is underpinned by our Scandinavian design heritage and foundation ownership.


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.



  • Must have demonstratable experience in mechanical design engineering on UK building projects, preferably complex, technically challenging, high resilience or healthcare buildings
  • Proven mechanical design engineering experience and capability that thrives in a high performing, collaborative and inclusive culture
  • Educated to a degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
  • MCIBSE, MIMechE or MIHEEM or with qualifications/credentials supporting Chartered Engineer status, and a thorough understanding of digital design delivery through Revit/BIM 360
  • Understanding of project technical challenges and risks
  • Excellent communicator capable of explaining complex technical concepts to our clients and project team partners in plain language, verbally and writing
  • Able to collaborate and inspire confidence both internally and externally across geographical borders
  • Able to work autonomously on all technical aspects of the discipline

Why join our team

Join us for the opportunity:



  • To grow and develop your areas of expertise within our expanding Southampton team such as managing your own projects and multi‑disciplinary teams, and become a technical expert
  • To work in a thriving environment where we need you to actively participate to influence and deliver the 5‑year strategy
  • Be part of our global team, collaborating with colleagues in other countries, learning, and sharing best practice and innovative design solutions for Industry and Infrastructure Facilities environments.

What we can offer you

We offer a supporting and collaborative culture and operate a flexible working policy. You will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal. You will be part of the UK buildings team and have the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and abroad.



  • 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
  • Be at the forefront of the use of digital tools
  • Flexible work environment
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Matched pension contributions
  • A host of subsidised benefits including private medical insurance and cycle‑to‑work

Work at the heart of sustainable change

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 join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV.


We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So, if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.


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


Ramboll in the United Kingdom

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.


An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is 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 invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you’ll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.


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


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