Principal Cable System Design Engineer

The Principal Cable System Design Engineer position centres on assisting with leading the delivery of large-scale HV/EHV cable system projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and innovation throughout the lifecycle. It would suit someone who can bring warm, steady communication with children and families to the role.

Where the work sits

Design, and delivery of cable systems across multiple voltage levels. Conduct 3rd-party inspections, FAT/SAT witnessing and vendor oversight for cable and ancillary equipment.

Engineering work involved

Assisting with leading the delivery of large-scale HV/EHV cable system projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and innovation throughout the lifecycle. Oversee HV cable system designs, including routing, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical performance modelling. Provide expert-level input into cable system ratings, installation methodologies, jointing arrangements, cleating design, and system integration in challenging environments.

Practical details

• Work model: Remote.
• Additional detail: Flexible working options may be available.

Technical skills and requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a technical leader in HV/EHV cable system design.
• Proven track record in design, specification, and installation of complex cable systems including tunnel, urban, and constrained environments.
• In-depth understanding of international and UK-specific standards, particularly National Grid TPs, IEC, and CIGRÉ guidelines.

Job details

• Benefits mentioned: Hybrid working