Job Description
Electrical HVAC / HVDC Cable Engineer
Location: UK & Europe Projects / Hybrid
Sector: Power Systems / Renewables / Transmission
Employment Type: Contract Inside IR35
About the Role:
Join a growing energy transmission team of a Global Consultancy as an Electrical Cable Engineer specialising in HVAC and/or HVDC systems. You'll lead technical design, routing, and installation planning of high-voltage cables in large infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead or support design and engineering of high-voltage (HV) cable systems (66kV-400kV)
Perform cable sizing, rating studies, thermal and electrical analysis (e.g., Cymcap)
Route selection and cable layout design for land and subsea applications
Prepare specifications for cables, joints, terminations, and installation works
Interface with civil teams on trenching, ducting, and environmental considerations
Support procurement, factory inspections (FATs), and site installation works
Ensure compliance with IEC, CIGRE, and ENA cable standards
Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems
Experience with HVAC or HVDC cable systems for utilities, offshore wind, or interconnectors
Understanding of cable construction, testing, and installation techniques
Familiarity with design tools like...