Principal Cable System Design Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Core
Senior technical leader responsible for planning, design, and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) cable systems for transmission and distribution infrastructure, serving clients like National Grid and international energy majors.
Role type
Principal IC cable system design engineer (transmission & distribution)
Builds
HV/EHV cable system designs, routing, burial risk assessments, thermal/electromagnetic/mechanical performance models, and integrated design solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Domain
Energy infrastructure (Transmission & Distribution), High-voltage engineering
Required skills
HV/EHV cable system design, thermal and electromagnetic modelling, ampacity and short circuit force calculations, multidisciplinary coordination, client engagement, project execution, technical standards compliance (National Grid TPs, IEC, CIGRÉ)
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, cable system software proficiency (CYMCAP, WinCable), business development, mentorship
Technologies
CYMCAP, WinCable
Responsibilities
Lead delivery of large-scale HV/EHV cable projects from concept to completion; develop and oversee cable system designs including routing and risk assessments; provide expert input on cable ratings, installation methodologies, and jointing arrangements; guide and validate complex calculations for compliance; manage coordination between civil, structural, OHL, substation, and marine engineering disciplines; drive project execution and technical risk management; conduct 3rd-party inspections and vendor oversight; champion team mentorship and knowledge sharing; support business development activities.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic client engagement