Joining Arup
Arup undertakes transmission and distribution design projects across the globe. In the UK we deliver concept through to detail design for a wide range of clients including established asset owners and new market entrants (interconnectors, private wire schemes etc).
As an example, Arup recently formed a joint venture with AECOM to serve as the design and consenting service partner for the UK National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership. Over a period of 8–12 years, Arup will help deliver key aspects of the transmission grid transformation, ensuring a resilient, low-carbon energy network for the future. This is the UK’s major grid modernisation programme, set to deliver five times more electricity infrastructure than has been built in the past three decades.
These projects, part of the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework, will enhance the country’s energy backbone, supporting planned renewable developments such as wind farms in the North Sea and East Anglia coastline. By expanding and enhancing the grid, this programme will accelerate the transition to net zero, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and drive down energy costs.
This collaboration will drive a comprehensive design and construction program aimed at connecting clean energy to homes and businesses across England and Wales by 2030 and beyond.
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced individual for technical leadership and strategic delivery of transmission cable system designs. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the successful design and integration of cable systems for major electricity transmission projects. You will champion best practice design, guide teams, and act as the key technical authority for complex cable projects.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership & Technical DirectionDefine and enforce best practices for HVAC and HVDC cable design across multiple projects.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to design teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.Act as the primary technical authority for cable design decisions and risk management.
2. Project DeliveryOversee the design and development of high-voltage transmission cable systems (AC and DC) for overhead and underground networks.Approve detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and national grid standards while driving continuous improvement.
3. Team DevelopmentMentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.Lead technical reviews and provide authoritative guidance on complex engineering challenges.
4. Stakeholder EngagementServe as the main technical interface for clients, regulators, and contractors.Support tendering processes with authoritative technical input and cost optimization strategies.
5. Innovation & StrategyLead initiatives to adopt new technologies and improve cable design methodologies.Represent the organization in industry forums and contribute to shaping future standards.
Qualifications & Skills
6. Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; Chartered Engineer status essential.
7. Extensive experience in high-voltage transmission cable design (HV/EHV systems).
8. Proven track record of leading engineering teams and delivering large-scale projects.
9. Strong knowledge of IEC, IEEE, and other relevant standards.
10. Proficiency in advanced design software (such as CDEGS, CYMCAP, Comsol, AutoCAD or equivalent).
11. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
12. Previous National Grid experience (preferred but not essential).
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.