Cable Design Engineer

Rubicon Consulting; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm based in the UK is seeking a Principal High Voltage Cable Design Engineer to lead the engineering team. The role involves overseeing multiple projects, ensuring high-quality design output, and mentoring engineers. Required qualifications include a BEng/BSc/MSc in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a related field. This position offers a permanent contract with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in cable rating and thermal analysis (IEC60287).
• Knowledge of induced voltage and EMF calculations.
• Ability to manage internal and external engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HV cable engineering discipline across multiple projects.
• Provide strategic technical direction and oversight.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

Education

BEng/BSc/MSc in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Power systems or related field

Job description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Cable Design Engineer on a Permanent Basis, based in North West.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Principal High Voltage Cable Design Engineer to lead the HV cable design team and drive technical innovation across our projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading the HV cable engineering discipline across multiple projects.
• Providing strategic technical direction and oversight.
• Ensuring the highest quality of design output and technical documentation.
• Supporting business development through technical leadership in bids and tenders.
• Mentoring and developing senior and junior engineers.

Tasks

• Cable rating and thermal analysis (IEC60287)
• Induced voltage and EMF calculations
• Thermo-mechanical and short circuit force calculations
• Cable pulling tension and feasibility studies
• Approve bonding/line diagrams, material specifications, and route layouts.
• Chair design reviews, HAZID, and hazard assessments.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards (IEC, CIGRE).
• Manage internal and external engineering teams and ensure project delivery within scope, time, and budget
• Act as the primary technical liaison with clients and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in HV cable design practices.
• Support the development of internal standards and quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• BEng/Bsc/Msc in Electrical & Electronical Engineering, Power systems or related field - or equivalent qualifications and experience

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time