Overview
Senior HV (EHV) Cabling Design Engineer - Contract
Location: Hybrid (Birmingham, with office and remote working)
Responsibilities
* Act as Senior Designer and technical authority for EHV cable engineering within multi-disciplinary project teams.
* Support the EHV Cable Section Manager in developing the UK EHV cable engineering capability, including mentoring and guiding junior designers.
* Lead and deliver detailed EHV cable system design packages, ensuring compliance with client and national standards (ENA/BS/IEC/IEEE).
* Undertake and review cable system studies (ratings, short circuit, thrust, pull force calculations, etc.) and produce design summaries and technical reports.
* Prepare technical and equipment specifications, and execute complex assignments using advanced engineering techniques.
* Provide consultancy at FEED stage, including technical reports and presentations.
* Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and all legal/regulatory requirements for substation EHV cable system design.
* Conduct technical quality assurance reviews and provide design approval/sign-off.
* Collaborate with other engineering sections to deliver optimal project outcomes.
* Develop and implement policies, processes, and technical guidance to enhance engineering capability.
* Support client meetings, project proposals, and tender presentations.
* Drive a 'Safety by Design' approach and foster a culture of technical excellence and safety.
* Maintain compliance with the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
* Represent the company professionally, upholding high ethical standards and supporting business development activities.
Requirements
* Essential: Bachelor\'s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
* Minimum 7 years\' experience in EHV cable system design and engineering within the electricity transmission & distribution sector, with at least 4 years on UK transmission system projects.
* Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution (e.g., IET, CIGRE, IEC, IEEE).
* Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Cert./Dip., NVQ Level 3+ in H&S).
* Strong knowledge of UK and international standards, National Grid procedures, and technical specifications for EHV cable systems.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software.
* Desirable: Experience with cable rating software (e.g., CRATER, CYMCAP, ETAP, Cableizer).
* Substation safety and access training (e.g., NSI 30, BESC: AIM).
* Formal training in CDM 2015, construction safety, and impressed voltages.
* Experience with National Grid Electricity Transmission projects and procedures.
* Knowledge of UK Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
* Ability to coach and develop team members and contribute to professional bodies/industry groups.
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