Principal Cable System Design Engineer
Core
Lead the planning, design, and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) cable systems for transmission and distribution infrastructure projects.
Role type
Principal Cable System Design Engineer (Senior IC)
Builds
HV/EHV cable system designs, routing, burial risk assessments, and performance models for T&D networks.
Domain
Energy infrastructure / High-voltage electrical engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
HV/EHV cable system design, thermal/electromagnetic/mechanical performance modelling, ampacity and short circuit calculations, multidisciplinary coordination, client engagement, project execution, technical standards compliance (National Grid TPs, IEC, CIGRÉ)
Preferred skills
Tunnel/urban/constrained environment design, cable system software (CYMCAP, WinCable), business development, mentorship
Technologies
CYMCAP, WinCable
Responsibilities
Lead large-scale HV/EHV cable projects from concept to completion; develop and oversee cable system designs and performance modelling; provide expert input on ratings, installation, and jointing; guide complex calculations for compliance; manage multidisciplinary coordination; drive project execution and risk management; conduct third-party inspections and vendor oversight; mentor team members; support business development activities.
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & hands-on technical delivery