Principal Mechanical Engineer - Critical Systems
RambollChester, England, United Kingdom
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company that believes in creating a thriving world for both nature and people.
Job Description
Join Ramboll's Critical Systems team as a Principal Mechanical Engineer and work on challenging projects to close the gap to a sustainable future. The role involves managing project work, undertaking conceptual and detailed design, and maintaining excellent client service. The team has a strong focus on technical delivery and client care, and there's an opportunity to work on international signature projects. Ramboll is a foundation-owned company with a supportive learning culture and offers flexible work environment, investment in development, and leadership principles.
Requirements
- Qualified Engineer with a proven track record in mechanical engineering
- Industrial, critical systems, and building experience
- Experience in fuel systems design
- Experience in firefighting water system design
- CIBSE / IET / IMechE Engineering Council accredited honours degree
- CEng status
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in or experience with digital and parametric design tools
Benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible work environment
- Investment in development
- Leadership principles
- Opportunity to work on international signature projects
- Supportive learning culture