Senior Engineer, Technical Infrastructure – Utility/Pipeline Planning

Ramboll

Senior Engineer/Senior Consultant managing technical infrastructure projects in cities across Germany. Collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions at Ramboll.

Posted 7/4/2026full-timeRemote • Hamburg • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leadership and technical responsibility for utility/line planning projects (water, wastewater, district heating, gas, power/cable corridors) from preliminary design through to construction design
Development and review of technical concepts, hydraulic calculations, longitudinal and cross profiles, and junction/node solutions
Coordination with internal departments (traffic planning, sewer network modelling, construction supervision, geotechnics) and external stakeholders (clients, utility providers, authorities)
Preparation of specifications, cost and schedule estimates, and tender documentation
Risk management, quality control and ensuring compliance with standards, guidelines and technical regulations
Leading and mentoring (junior) engineers; promoting professional development and knowledge transfer within the team
Support for procurement procedures, contract negotiations and construction supervision through to handover/acceptance
Representing the department in client meetings and presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree (Dipl.-Ing., Master, Bachelor with relevant professional experience) in Civil Engineering, Utility/Service Engineering, Infrastructure Planning or a related discipline
At least 6–8 years of relevant professional experience in utility/line planning / technical infrastructure; experience in project leadership
Confident use of planning and CAD/GIS tools (e.g. AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS) and calculation software (e.g. DWA tools, HEC‑RAS, hydraulic calculation tools)
Good knowledge of applicable standards and regulations (DIN, DWA, ATV, local regulations)
Experience with tendering, preparing bills of quantities (Leistungsverzeichnisse) and cost estimation
Proficient in MS Office; experience with project management tools is an advantage
High sense of responsibility, structured and solution-oriented working style
Confident and professional communication with clients and authorities
Fluent German (spoken and written); good English skills are desirable
Willingness to travel for site inspections and client meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working time models and hybrid working (2–3 days/week remote)
Competitive compensation and transparent career paths
Company pension scheme and comprehensive social benefits
Mobility support (job ticket / bicycle leasing)
Collegial company culture, diversity & inclusion initiatives and local employee networks

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Hard Skills & Tools

Civil EngineeringUtility/Service EngineeringInfrastructure PlanningTender PreparationCost EstimationRisk ManagementQuality ControlTechnical RegulationsConstruction SupervisionProfessional Mentoring

Soft Skills

Structured Working StyleSolution-Oriented ApproachProfessional Communication