Cable Design Engineer

Arcadis; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis in Glasgow seeks an experienced design engineer to create and manage design deliverables for cable system projects. Candidates must have proven experience in AC cable system development, HVDC cable design, and subsea cables.

The role requires expertise in cable design packages and knowledge of UK HSE legislation. As a key member of the project team, the successful applicant will deliver innovative designs while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cable system development from 11kV to 400kV.
• Experience with HVDC and subsea cable systems.
• Good knowledge of cable design and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed design deliverables for projects.
• Undertake design analysis and ensure quality.
• Resolve technical issues and advise stakeholders.
• Manage delivery timelines and budgets.

Skills

AC cable system development

HVDC cable design

Subsea cable experience

Cable design software (CYMCAP)

UK HSE legislation knowledge

Education

Chartered MIET membership or progression

Job description

Role accountabilities

• Create detailed design deliverables for packages of work, including technical specifications for designs and contractual documentation
• Undertake design analysis, review, and approve the work of others to ensure quality of the deliverables
• Perform concept and/or detailed design for consultancy projects across the life cycle of a cable system from concept stage, through design, construction, operational maintenance and end of life works
• Resolve technical problems, provide solutions, advise clients and stakeholders
• Manage deliverables to timescales and budgets
• Develop personal and company profiles within the client base and wider industry
• Support project delivery teams, from a technical perspective
• Deliver safe and constructible designs through CDM awareness
• Lead design and deliverable innovations, which deliver value for company and clients alike
• Lead teams by example, providing direction, support and technical advice

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience of one or more of the following:
• AC cable system development, design, manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning, from 11kV through 400kV.
• HVDC cable experience in the previously mentioned areas
• Subsea cable experience, including export and inter array cables
• Experience of cable systems, cable manufacture, surveying, evaluation of routes, design of mechanical protection systems, installation of cable would be a distinct advantage
• Good working knowledge of CYMCAP and related cable design and CAD packages
• Desired - Chartered MIET membership or the ability to progress towards this
• Good working knowledge of UK HSE legislation, Risk and CDM management
• Ability to travel to clients’ sites and offices as required.