Associate Engineer – High Voltage

Job Description Are you our next Power Engineer?
Ramboll has a great opportunity for the right person to join our well-established team as an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer.
Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture?
We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers.
You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945.
Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.
If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity.
Join our Critical Systems Team as our new Associate Engineer – Electrical Infrastructure and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
Your new role As our new Associate Engineer – Electrical Infrastructure, you will support our colleagues in the wider Building Services division working on a wide variety of projects.
You will be expected to provide expertise on the electrical infrastructure elements of private customer networks, decarbonization of heat, electric vehicles, battery storage and renewable projects as well as providing insights to customers on how to prepare their power networks for future decarbonisation needs.
We would like for you to have a clear grasp of the regulatory and policy elements that affect the electricity markets, market negotiations and trading arrangements, and network operators and how these changes can shape all-energy masterplans.
Your key responsibilities will be: Be the Electrical subject matter expert for the UK on our electrical infrastructure projects and input your expertise in the various stages of our clients' projects; Work on feasibility stage electrical designs for new connections or upgrades; Develop connection strategies, high-level equipment sizing, single line diagrams and spatial designs of new substations across voltage levels (Up to 33 kV) Developing the infrastructure team with support from the leadership team to support detailed designs of electrical infrastructure; Support masterplan studies on pathways to decarbonisation by providing expert advice on future loads, feasibility of proposed solutions and impact assessment on the grid at either local, reginal or national level; Update the team regularly on policy/regulation/market changes that might impact electrical infrastructure solutions; Keep up to date with supplier developments, equipment lead times and high-level costs for substations, grid code and market changes.
Your new team You will be part of skilled multi-disciplinary technical team working alongside several project managers across different teams and geographies.
You will be the go-to person for Building and Energy colleagues to help deliver a holistic approach to customers.
Our team seeks to improve the efficiency and sustainability of electrical infrastructure around the world; as well as enable the net-zero transition within the UK'.
Our services range from feasibility studies to concept design and detail technical designs depending on client needs.
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: Experience working with distribution network operators, independent network connection providers, independent DNOs and other market entities in particular with infrastructure planning of project-level across a variety of stages in the UK (feasibility, concept, design and specification); Working knowledge of grid code compliance requirements; Experience working in accordance with DNO standard documents, reviewing single line diagrams and designs; Experience in working on electrical infrastructure or strategy design for distribution system operators that will give you the tools to work across divisions, customers and voltage levels Experience working in accordance with DNO standard documents.
Reviewing single line diagrams and designs.
Knowledge of energy market regulations and keeping up to date with the largest changes on business plans and connection charging.
What qualifications will make you successful?
Be qualified to degree level in relevant discipline (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent experience Possess sound commercial knowledge of the customer base and their business drivers Be able to demonstrate related work experience and a strong track record in similar role as a Design Engineer, Protection Engineer, Power Systems Engineer or in a similar position Demonstrated commercial, technical and business acumen, particularly experience in complex project & solutions technical sales Proven ability to work both without supervision and with others to deliver results Demonstrates a highly developed understanding of client requirements to deliver technically proficient solutions.
Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines Ability to communicate well in English, both written and spoken Fully PC & Windows Excel/Word/PowerPoint literate Holds a Full UK Driving License and have the willingness to travel to customer sites when required Desirable if you already possess or working towards your Chartered Engineer status or if you are a member of a relevant engineering institution such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology." 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 Flexible work environment 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions Private medical cover and life assurance 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, cover letter, etc 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.
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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).
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Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.
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When you join Ramboll, you'll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.
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