Cable System Design Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

AECOM; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Cable System Design Engineer to work on Transmission & Distribution projects across the UK & Ireland. You will deliver full lifecycle cable engineering from feasibility to commissioning, reviewing HV and HVDC designs and performing detailed analyses.

Experience with CYMCAP, WinCable and other tools, plus knowledge of IEC/CIGRÉ/NG‑TPs is expected. A hybrid working arrangement is available with opportunities for site oversight and interface with suppliers and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in cable system design for HV/EHV transmission and distribution.
• FEED experience is essential for project scopes.
• Knowledge of IEC, CIGRÉ and NG‑TPs standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility through commissioning.
• Review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs and route development.
• Perform ampacity, short‑circuit, thermal and EMI analyses for cable systems.
• Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating and installation feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with civil, sub‑station and OHL teams for integrated solutions.
• Support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities with third parties.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and contractors for IEC/NG standards compliance.
• Participate in client meetings, workshops and risk assessments.

Skills

HV/EHV transmission design

FEED experience

Standards knowledge (IEC, CIGRÉ, NG‑TP

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems

Tools

CYMCAP

WinCable

AutoCAD

Revit

GIS

Job description

Job Description

Cable System Design Engineer – Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. Bring your expertise in cable engineering to deliver projects across the UK & Ireland, from feasibility and concept through detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full‑lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.
• Review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs, including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations.
• Undertake cable rating and system studies including ampacity, short‑circuit forces, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference analysis.
• Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, sub‑station, and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions.
• Conduct third‑party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Support interface activity with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards.
• Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOPs, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in cable system design engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects. FEED experience is essential.
• Experience in regulated, quality‑assured environments, preferably with National Grid experience.
• Good understanding of onshore cable routing, cable pulling and mechanical forces, cable burial risk assessments and protection strategies, electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis, cable cleating and short‑circuit restraint.
• Experience in quality, inspection & test (QIT) of cables and associated systems.
• Knowledge of national and international standards, including IEC, CIGRÉ, and NG‑TPs.
• Experience with cable system ECI engineering, subsea control and electrical solutions, cable manufacturing and testing, third‑party inspection and verification.
• Experience with tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation tools.

Desirable Certifications & Qualifications

• Minimum HNC qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline.
• NG Certified – CDAE (Cable Design and Engineering).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.

Benefits and Perks

Enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits, flexible hybrid working, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days, and career development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability‑Confident Employer. We offer interview accommodations for applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions where required.