Senior Associate Director HV Cable System Design Engineer
Jacobs
Overview
At Jacobs, our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand. We are seeking a Principal Cable System Engineer to support high‑profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio, including high voltage AIS and GIS substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.
Responsibilities
* Develop HV/EHV cabling system specifications, concept/detailed design, design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required.
* Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design.
* Prepare plant and equipment technical specifications, power cable route specifications, tender specifications, technical and progress reports.
* Ensure correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions, attend and conduct internal and external meetings.
* Perform technical calculations including cable size, rating calculations, TMF and EMF calculations, sheath‑induced voltage calculations, and other calculations.
* Perform design reviews and verification of design.
* Ensure all project designs comply with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company procedures.
* Assist with temporary works design schemes.
* Maintain good working relations with client, designer, team and supply chain.
* Ensure drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works and formally request any missing information in timely fashion.
* Ensure inspection and test plans are completed as required by PMP/Specification, including checks of dimension accuracy and quality.
* Support factory inspections (FAT).
* Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with SHQE.
* Advise engineers on setting‑out methods and techniques.
* Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
Qualifications
* Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Power Engineering.
* Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sector.
* Extensive experience in a cable‑related role supporting FEED design and/or detailed design.
* Able to manage and lead HV/EHV cable designs at all project stages.
* Experienced user of CYMCAP for cable system design.
* Experience working at EHV transmission voltages.
* Experience designing HV and EHV cable systems for both HVAC and HVDC systems.
* Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes.
Benefits
People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees receive free single medical cover, a digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance programs, reimbursement for professional development and memberships, and participation in the Collectively program with matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work‑life balance and flexibility are a key focus; hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations are available to suit you and our business.
EEO Statement
As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Application Process
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