LCA Consultant

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Ricardo Plc
A global engineering and strategy consultancy delivering technical solutions in transport, energy and environment.
Conduct LCA projects to support sustainability across various sectors
17 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sarita Vihar, Delhi, India
Hybrid
Company Size
2,801 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Testing
Innovation
Simulation
Sector Specialisms
Automotive
Energy
Utilities
Waste
Financial services
Government
Public sector
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
lca modelling
data analysis
report preparation
client communication
project management
methodology development
  • Support research and evidence-gathering to inform client recommendations and internal capability building.
  • Prepare clear, well-structured technical deliverables such as data summaries, report sections and presentation materials.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and project partners at an appropriate level, under guidance from senior colleagues.
  • Support delivery efficiency through good organisation, quality and communication.
  • Participate in internal knowledge-sharing and team learning sessions
  • Help identify opportunities to improve project delivery, client experience or internal tools and systems.
  • Plan and manage own workload across multiple projects, providing progress updates and identifying risks to delivery.
  • Apply working knowledge of LCA principles and tools (e.g. SimaPro, GaBi, OpenLCA, Excel) to carry out data analysis and modelling.
  • Support the preparation of client-ready deliverables and help ensure outputs are aligned with client expectations.
  • Maintain accurate project records and track time using internal systems.
  • Deliver assigned LCA tasks under the guidance of senior colleagues in line with ISO 14040/14044 standards and Ricardo’s quality frameworks.
  • Contribute to proposals and bids under the supervision of senior team members.
  • Contribute to client meetings, workshops and presentations as required.
  • Contribute to project documentation, data management and quality assurance processes.
  • Maintain approximately 85% utilisation on project delivery.
  • Contribute to the development and application of LCA methodologies, databases and analytical frameworks.
  • Take ownership of personal development, building expertise in LCA tools, standards and applications.
  • Support data collection, validation, and interpretation in accordance with ISO 14040/44 standards.
  • Support the delivery of LCA projects across a range of sectors and applications, ensuring work is completed to high technical and quality standards.
  • Seek feedback and apply learning to improve technical quality and delivery skills.
What you bring
lca experience
lca software
python
excel
degree
analytical
  • Practical experience in conducting LCAs, ideally within a consultancy, research or industry setting.
  • Familiarity with one or more LCA software tools such as SimaPro, GaBi or OpenLCA.
  • Interest in data visualisation and communication of complex results (e.g. Power BI, Tableau).
  • Understanding of environmental product declarations (EPDs) and product footprinting standards.
  • Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant technical or environmental discipline.
  • Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Working knowledge of LCA standards and methodologies (ISO 14040/44, EN 15804, PAS 2050).
  • Awareness of current and emerging sustainability and regulatory frameworks (e.g. EU Green Deal, CSRD).
  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly, both in writing and verbally.
  • Awareness of sustainability and circular economy principles and their relevance to LCA.
  • Experience with automation, data handling or scripting languages (e.g. Python, R, Excel VBA).
  • Proficiency in Excel for data management and analysis.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Multi-Million Contracts
Contracts Overview
Ricardo secures significant contracts globally, including defense and clean-energy projects.
2025 Transition Plan
Portfolio Shift
Ricardo divested its defense arm and expanded into environmental consultancy services.
  • Evolved from combustion technology to strategic consultancy, Ricardo now serves as a global engineering powerhouse.
  • Headquartered in England, it shifted focus from manufacturing to delivering engineering and strategic consultancy.
  • Key achievements include guiding clients through decarbonization and technical transformation in transport, energy, and environment.
  • Award-winning projects include carbon-capture plants, hydrogen fuel-cell ships, and digital energy-modelling tools for governments.
  • Iconic projects include diesel speed records, McLaren supercar engines, and Taxibot aircraft tugs, showcasing over a century of innovation.
  • Now publicly listed, it combines technical expertise with strategic consultancy to spearhead complex, sustainable projects across sectors.
Culture + Values
Since 1915
Years of innovation
The company has a long-standing tradition of leveraging science and technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.
  • Create together
  • Be innovative
  • Aim high
  • Be mindful
  • Motivated by our strong purpose: developing innovative, cross-sector, sustainable and trusted solutions
  • Close-knit, purpose-driven global community renowned for expertise, creativity, mindfulness and collective passion
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by the end of 2030.
46.2% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 compared to 2020 levels.
90% Renewable Energy
Electricity Usage Goal
Pledged to source 90% of electricity from renewable sources by end-2026.
Carbon-Negative Plant
Innovation in Carbon Capture
Commissioning a carbon-negative demonstrator plant in 2023 to remove CO₂ and supply clean energy.
  • Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2031 vs 2020.
  • Renewable electricity usage increased from 67% (FY 2017/18) to 74% (FY 2019/20).
  • Independent verification of FY 2019/20 GHG emissions (including scope 3 air travel) by Lloyd’s Register.
  • Net Zero strategy levers include renewable energy, property efficiency, digital-first travel policy, verified offsetting.
  • Monitor GHG emissions, energy, water use and waste across all sites; align with GRI, SASB and UN SDGs.
  • Partnered with Manufacture 2030 in 2022 to decarbonize supply-chain Scope 3 emissions via detailed GHG inventories and supplier engagement.
  • Acquired 93% of E3-Modelling SA (Jan 2023) to enhance environmental modelling capability in energy, environment and mobility sectors.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Passionate about creating an environment where differences are valued and celebrated, and everyone feels they belong
  • Goal to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive employer, believing different perspectives fuel client‑focus, collaboration, change and mindfulness
  • No gender breakdown publicly available
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