Do you thrive in an international team of deeply specialised engineers? Are you excited about participating in some of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe? Do you want to contribute actively to the green transition? Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer within Overhead line design?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Power Systems Department as our new Overhead Line Designer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Overhead Line Designer, you will be able to test yourself on a huge variety of tasks for many different clients while you will be the driver of developing our Overhead Lines services to even higher technical levels.

Your key responsibilities will be:

Preparation of engineering specifications and technical documentation for Overhead Lines up to 420 kV
Preparation of necessary calculations (e.g. sag & tension, loads, earthing, lightning protection, etc.)
Preparation of necessary Bill of Materials and Bill of Quantities
Preparation of the Building Design (including obtaining the Building Permit) and Detailed Design
Driving multidisciplinary cooperation and coordination
Driving technical reviews and agreements with Clients and Suppliers
Deliver consulting services and advice to our Clients and Customers

Your new Team

You will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team of power system engineers delivering solutions for DSOs, TSOs and developers of renewable energy. We are growing significantly at the moment, and you will therefore be able to have direct influence on defining our strategy. We aim to be the preferred supplier of power system engineering consultancy services for TSOs, DSOs and renewable energy developers.

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.

These include:

That you hold a PhD or M.Sc. in electrical engineering degree or equivalent
That you have expert knowledge on Overhead Lines
That you have knowledge (PLS-CADD, QGIS)
That you are thriving with managing stakeholders and expanding your network
That you like taking responsibility for our scope, i.e. are comfortable making assumptions and decisions together with our clients
That you are eager to make a difference in the green energy transition

What we can offer you

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

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.

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do

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.

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Electrical Engineer - Overhead Line Designer

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