Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of energy infrastructure? We are seeking experienced Senior Cable System Design Engineers to join our growing Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. Join us and continue to grow your career! You will play a key role in delivering a range of cable system projects across multiple voltage levels, serving clients including Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. You will get the chance to work on innovative and varied projects throughout the entire lifecycle - from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, installation supervision, and commissioning of onshore infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting infrastructure and energy transition projects in the world.
Responsibilities
* Deliver 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.
* Undertake cable rating and system studies including ampacity, short circuit forces, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference analysis.
* Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies.
* Collaborate with civil, structural, substation and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions.
* Conduct third‑party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.
* Support the interface activity with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards.
* Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOPs, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Benefits
* Career development opportunities.
* Flexible hybrid working model to ensure work‑life balance.
* Technical practice networks.
* Access to AECOM University.
* Volunteering days.
Qualifications
* 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.
* Good understanding of onshore cable routing.
* Good understanding of cable pulling and mechanical forces.
* Good understanding of cable burial risk assessments and protection strategies.
* Good understanding of electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis.
* Good understanding of cable cleating and short circuit restraint.
* Experience in Quality, Inspection & Test (QIT) of cables and associated systems.
* Knowledge of national and international standards, including IEC, CIGRÉ, and NG‑TPs.
* Experience with cable system ECI engineering.
* Experience with subsea control and electrical solutions.
* Experience with cable manufacturing and testing.
* Experience with third‑party inspection and verification.
* Experience with tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation tools.
Desirable Certifications & Qualifications
* A minimum HNC qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline.
* NG Certified – CDAE (Cable Design and Engineering).
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
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