Cable System Design Engineer

Cable System Design Engineer focuses on delivering full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.

What the role involves

• Delivering full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.
• Review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs, including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations.
• Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, substation and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions.
• Support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Supporting the interface activity with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards.

Skills and requirements

• Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects. FEED experience is essential.
• Experience in regulated, quality-assured environments, preferably with National Grid experience.
• Experience in Quality, Inspection & Test (QIT) of cables and associated systems.
• Experience with Cable system ECI engineering, Subsea control and electrical solutions, cable manufacturing and testing, third-party inspection and verification.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving