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Role Purpose: The Senior HV/EHV Cable Design Engineer will act as the company's technical authority for high‑voltage and extra‑high‑voltage underground cable systems up to 400kV AC within the UK. The role provides expert leadership across all stages of cable system design – from feasibility and concept design through detailed engineering, installation support, commissioning input, and lifecycle performance assessment. The postholder will set engineering standards, ensure compliance with UK transmission and distribution requirements, and support business growth through deep technical capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the company's subject matter expert for HV/EHV cable system design up to 400kV AC.
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, design methodologies and quality assurance processes relating to underground cable systems.
- Provide expert oversight on thermal analysis, route engineering, earthing studies, jointing methodologies, system performance and asset ratings.
- Lead and/or review concept, FEED and detailed designs for major onshore cable projects.
- Produce and verify cable system design documentation including cable ratings, sheath bonding calculations, trench profiles, fault studies, pulling calculations and installation methodologies.
- Undertake or approve technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies during design stages.
- Provide specialist technical support to construction and commissioning teams, including interpretation of test results and resolution of complex issues.
- Ensure designs comply with UK regulatory, utility and industry standards (e.g., NG ESO/NGED/SSEN, IEC, CENELEC, ENA, Cigre).
- Maintain awareness of changes in relevant legislation, specifications and good practice, advising the company accordingly.
- Provide expert input into CDM design risk registers and safety‑by‑design principles.
- Act as, or provide technical support to, the Contractor Design Assurance Engineer (CDAE) or Lead Contractor Design Assurance Engineer (LCDAE).
- Guide internal teams on design assurance, technical governance and project approval processes.
- Lead evaluation and adoption of new cable technologies, materials and installation techniques.
- Contribute to research, development and internal training programmes to uplift the organisation's cable engineering capability.
- Represent the company in technical meetings with clients, suppliers, manufacturers and statutory bodies.
- Prepare and deliver high‑quality technical reports, presentations and design justifications.
- Support business development through technical bids, scopes and client advisory services.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Extensive demonstrable experience in the design and analysis of HV/EHV cable systems (DC, 11kV‑400kV AC) within the UK electrical infrastructure environment.
- Expertise in cable ratings, thermal modelling, bonding and earthing, system layout and installation engineering.
- Proven track record of delivering complex cable projects for Transmission Operators, Distribution Network Operators, ICPs or major EPC contractors.
- In‑depth understanding of IEC 60287, IEC 60840, IEC 62067, CENELEC standards, ENA TS documents and TO‑specific specifications.
- Experience performing or holding the CDAE or LCDAE role for HV/EHV cabling.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions at senior levels.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; Chartered Engineer status preferred.
Personal Attributes
- Highly analytical with strong problem‑solving capability.
- Detail‑oriented with a structured approach to engineering assurance.
- Collaborative, supportive and capable of mentoring junior engineers.
- Confident representing the company as a technical authority.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Flexible working and leave options.
- Professional development and training programmes.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Participatory incentive scheme.
Company: Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services
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Job Description:
Role Purpose: The Senior HV/EHV Cable Design Engineer will act as the company’s technical authority for high‑voltage and extra‑high‑voltage underground cable systems up to 400kV AC within the UK. The role provides expert leadership across all stages of cable system design – from feasibility and concept design through detailed engineering, installation support, commissioning input, and lifecycle performance assessment. The postholder will set engineering standards, ensure compliance with UK transmission and distribution requirements, and support business growth through deep technical capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the company’s subject matter expert for HV/EHV cable system design up to 400kV AC.
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, design methodologies and quality assurance processes relating to underground cable systems.
- Provide expert oversight on thermal analysis, route engineering, earthing studies, jointing methodologies, system performance and asset ratings.
- Lead and/or review concept, FEED and detailed designs for major onshore cable projects.
- Produce and verify cable system design documentation including cable ratings, sheath bonding calculations, trench profiles, fault studies, pulling calculations and installation methodologies.
- Undertake or approve technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies during design stages.
- Provide specialist technical support to construction and commissioning teams, including interpretation of test results and resolution of complex issues.
- Ensure designs comply with UK regulatory, utility and industry standards (e.g., NG ESO/NGED/SSEN, IEC, CENELEC, ENA, Cigre).
- Maintain awareness of changes in relevant legislation, specifications and good practice, advising the company accordingly.
- Provide expert input into CDM design risk registers and safety‑by‑design principles.
- Act as, or provide technical support to, the Contractor Design Assurance Engineer (CDAE) or Lead Contractor Design Assurance Engineer (LCDAE).
- Guide internal teams on design assurance, technical governance and project approval processes.
- Lead evaluation and adoption of new cable technologies, materials and installation techniques.
- Contribute to research, development and internal training programmes to uplift the organisation’s cable engineering capability.
- Represent the company in technical meetings with clients, suppliers, manufacturers and statutory bodies.
- Prepare and deliver high‑quality technical reports, presentations and design justifications.
- Support business development through technical bids, scopes and client advisory services.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Extensive demonstrable experience in the design and analysis of HV/EHV cable systems (DC, 11kV‑400kV AC) within the UK electrical infrastructure environment.
- Expertise in cable ratings, thermal modelling, bonding and earthing, system layout and installation engineering.
- Proven track record of delivering complex cable projects for Transmission Operators, Distribution Network Operators, ICPs or major EPC contractors.
- In‑depth understanding of IEC 60287, IEC 60840, IEC 62067, CENELEC standards, ENA TS documents and TO‑specific specifications.
- Experience performing or holding the CDAE or LCDAE role for HV/EHV cabling.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions at senior levels.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; Chartered Engineer status preferred.
Personal Attributes
- Highly analytical with strong problem‑solving capability.
- Detail‑oriented with a structured approach to engineering assurance.
- Collaborative, supportive and capable of mentoring junior engineers.
- Confident representing the company as a technical authority.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Flexible working and leave options.
- Professional development and training programmes.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Participatory incentive scheme.
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Posted: May 12th, 2026