Electrical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, assess and provide technical assurance of HV underground cable systems across major infrastructure projects.
• Carry out cable engineering studies including current rating calculations, route assessments and cable system interface reviews.
• Prepare technical requirements and specifications for new cable systems and upgrades to existing infrastructure.
• Review engineering designs and technical submissions from consultants, contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Provide cable engineering support during construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Support technical assurance activities including equipment qualification, factory testing and site acceptance.
• Contribute to engineering risk assessments and resolve technical issues throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate with civil, electrical and wider engineering disciplines to ensure cable system interfaces are effectively managed.
• Ensure engineering solutions meet relevant safety, regulatory and industry requirements.

Ideal Background & Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of HV underground cable systems and their application within transmission or major power infrastructure.
• Previous experience in cable design, engineering, specification or technical assurance.
• Experience with cable rating studies and software such as CYMCAP would be highly beneficial.
• Understanding of cable installation, testing and commissioning requirements.
• Experience working with engineering consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good knowledge of relevant HV engineering standards and UK safety and regulatory requirements.
• Able to assess technical problems, challenge engineering solutions and communicate recommendations effectively.
• Chartered Engineer status, or progress towards chartership, would be advantageous.