Senior Geotechnical Engineer/Discipline leader

Job Description

At Ramboll, we are dedicated to making a positive difference through the projects we deliver. Do you want to add your passion for ground engineering to this team? We are looking for individuals who want to bring their geotechnical design and professional expertise to our growing Geo Structures department based in Copenhagen. We are a solid team of international and Danish colleagues who always seek to challenge design practices through collaboration and innovation. Are you our new Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Copenhagen? Click the apply button to send your application.

You will join our Geo Structures department
As our new Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be part of a growing team focused on delivering challenging ground engineering schemes that support and enable the construction of new railways, ports, renewable energy facilities, highways, and high-quality new buildings. We also advise clients on the impact of new work on the existing natural and man-made environment to enable new projects to proceed sustainably and safely. Our team comprises engineers who are experts in their field, and they will guide and develop your career as you add new skills to those you bring to Geo Structures.

We are looking for a discipline lead who can be client-facing, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and excel in planning and executing projects. Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Leading geotechnical tasks on medium to large projects
• Interfacing with clients and other stakeholders (internal and external)
• Providing advice and design to a multi-disciplinary project team, focusing on technical geotechnical delivery for projects or sections of large infrastructure schemes
• Planning and conducting analysis of geotechnical structures using various proprietary tools
• Guiding less experienced engineers to deliver analysis and design
• Providing new ideas or approaches to ground engineering challenges
• Carrying out research and development of new ideas and products to enable Ramboll to provide sustainable solutions for society
• Assisting in marketing our skills to identify and secure exciting new projects and contracts that build on our existing industry and market relationships

As an engineer on our team, you'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with our colleagues in tunnel engineering and contribute to world-renowned projects such as the Femernbælt, Fehmarnsund, and Dreilinden IMT tunnel projects, along with many more in the pipeline. Additionally, projects such as Marselis, M4, and large German railway projects are also being delivered through our team and colleagues.

We continuously aim to remain at the forefront of technology and create innovative solutions to tackle our challenges. We value teamwork and collaboration, cultivating a team culture focused on mutual support and success.

Your starting point for constant growth
From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• A minimum of 10 years working experience
• A good quality BEng degree with reasonable geotechnical engineering or engineering geology content
• A master’s degree or higher focusing on geotechnical engineering or engineering geology would be beneficial
• Experience in leading and carrying out multi-disciplinary projects from a geotechnical point of view
• Proven ability to carry out complex analyses of retaining structures or complex foundations
• Experience in rock engineering and/or geo-seismic engineering would be an advantage
• Written and oral communication skills in Danish are beneficial for this role but not essential
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Good appreciation of the commercial controls needed to deliver work in a manner that meets our business objectives

Digitalisation
Ramboll is at the forefront of digitalisation, integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance the efficiency, quality, and sustainability of our engineering solutions. Our commitment to digital transformation allows us to leverage tools such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), Virtual Reality (VR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide smarter and more effective solutions. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with these advanced digital tools, contributing to the innovation and excellence that define our projects.

Flexible Work Arrangements
Based in our Copenhagen headquarters, you will work through a hybrid model of home and office, with flexible working hours tailored to suit your personal circumstances and geographic location.

Ready to join us?
Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Deadline: 05.01.2026

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. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.