Senior Offshore Wind Geoscientist

This position is office or hybrid based in one of our Northeast US offices. This includes Philadelphia, Princeton, New York City, Hartford, Westford, Boston, or Portland.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Are you eager to develop your excellence in an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering community? Are you excited about joining a company that strives to make a difference – for its employees, clients, and society? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature?

Ramboll is a global multi-disciplinary engineering, design, and consultancy company. We truly support and encourage your professional development, invite you to unfold your ingenuity and contribute to exciting and innovative projects, and work for sustainable change so people and nature can flourish.

If this sounds perfect for you, then this role could be your ideal opportunity! Join our Environment and Health department as our new Senior Offshore Wind Geoscientist and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Bring your technical experience along with your strong leadership skills as you play a pivotal role in guiding our clients toward successful and sustainable offshore wind projects, making a significant contribution to the renewable energy sector's growth and environmental impact mitigation. This position offers great opportunity for leadership and advancement, as we are looking for recognized technical and project leaders focus on marine geophysical and geotechnical expertise.

Your new role

As a Senior Offshore Wind Geoscientist, you will take on a dynamic role in the offshore wind industry, providing specialized expertise in geology, geophysics, and ground modeling to support offshore wind farm development projects. In this consultancy position, you will work with a variety of clients and projects, offering your geoscientific knowledge to assess seabed conditions, optimize foundation designs, and ensure the long-term performance of offshore wind infrastructure. Your ability to provide expert guidance and solutions will be critical to the success of our clients' projects. This position requires a deep understanding of geological and geotechnical processes in the marine environment, as well as proficiency in ground modeling techniques and software.

This individual will have experience managing consulting assignments, must work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, is expected to be proficient in the analysis and communication of information, and must be able to work cooperatively with agencies, organizations, and individuals to guide decision-making. The successful candidate also is expected to be proficient in geoscience and technical aspects of marine environments. He/she must demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and developing staff and collaboration with colleagues throughout the Practice.

Your key tasks and responsibilities may include:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific project needs and objectives related to offshore wind geoscience and ground modeling.
• Conduct thorough geoscientific studies and assessments of potential offshore wind farm sites, tailored to each client's requirements.
• Utilize geophysical data, including bathymetry, sub-bottom profiling, seismic surveys, and other relevant sources, to inform site characterization.
• Perform detailed geological and geotechnical analyses to create accurate ground models that encompass soil composition, stratigraphy, sedimentary layers, and geohazards.
• Offer expert recommendations and insights to clients on foundation design, installation methodologies, and geotechnical risk mitigation.
• Prepare comprehensive feasibility studies that evaluate the suitability of proposed wind farm locations, considering geotechnical constraints and environmental factors.
• Assess and mitigate geohazards, such as seismic activity, submarine landslides, and shallow gas, to ensure the safety and reliability of offshore wind projects.
• Provide guidance on the integration of ground model outputs into the overall design and construction processes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Stay informed about industry advancements, best practices, and regulatory requirements relevant to offshore wind geoscience and ground modeling.
• Deliver clear and concise technical reports and presentations to clients, conveying complex information effectively.

Your new team

As part of the team, you will be a member of a creative group, filled with people who are really excited about solving clients’ ecological problems and creating sustainable solutions for them. You will work with all levels of technical expertise from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. And you will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development, we want you to continue to grow with our company! While 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:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or a related field. A Ph.D. is advantageous.
• Experience: Proven experience in ground modeling, geotechnical engineering, or a similar field, preferably within the oil & gas and/or offshore wind industry.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of marine geology, geophysics, and geotechnical principles and their application to offshore projects. Proficiency in utilizing ground modeling software and geotechnical analysis tools (e.g., GIS, AutoCAD, PLAXIS, GRLWEAP, or similar). Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, such as DNV, IEC, and ISO, pertaining to offshore wind geoscience and ground modeling. Ability to interpret and integrate various geophysical and geotechnical data sets for comprehensive analysis and decision-making.
• Leadership Skills: Proven leadership abilities with the capability to manage and inspire a team. Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills are essential.
• Client-Focused Approach: Ability to understand and address client needs, build trust, and deliver high-quality consulting services. Strong presentation and negotiation skills to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Project Management: Demonstrated experience in managing multiple consulting projects simultaneously, including budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management. Proficiency in project management software and tools is beneficial. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include

Being a confident communicator with superior technical and project management skills, having natural leadership talent and the ability to motivate multidisciplinary teams across geographical borders, and have the motivation and ability to generate and maintain a sufficient volume of business to support company growth.

What we can offer you

• Interesting and diverse projects
• The opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest professionals in your field
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent health and retirement benefits
• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Appreciation for the unique person you are
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application online. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV and cover letter, connecting your background to the requirements of the role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position. We look forward to receiving your application!