Electrical HVAC/HVDC Cable Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical HVAC/HVDC Cable Engineer in Manchester to join their Transmission & Distribution team. The role involves developing cable designs, adhering to industry standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Enjoy flexible working and various benefits while contributing to innovative energy infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible hybrid working

Technical networks

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Electrical/electronic/power engineering qualification required.
• Professional qualification in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop cable design for offshore and onshore applications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to graduates and entry-level engineers.
• Complete tasks within budget and schedule with minimal supervision.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HVAC

HVDC

Software Tools

Education

HNC, HND, BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng

Tools

Cymcap

Cableizer

COMSOL

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Electrical HVAC/HVDC Cable Engineer, Manchester

Client: AECOM

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2860bd06828e

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of energy infrastructure?

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Transmission & Distribution team as an Electrical HVAC/HVDC Cable Engineer and work at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the delivery of an exceptional portfolio of energy infrastructure programs and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients.

Here’s what you’ll do:

1. Perform specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment, understanding software modeling to develop cable design for offshore and onshore applications.
2. Gather and correlate basic engineering data using established cable design procedures, adhering to industry standards such as IEC, CIGRE, National Grid, SSE.
3. Develop detailed cable design assignments involving calculations, routing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance for offshore and onshore projects.
4. Propose solutions to new problems using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
5. Identify discrepancies in cable design calculations, ratings, and sizing.
6. Provide guidance and mentorship to graduates and entry-level engineers.
7. Complete tasks within budget and schedule with minimal supervision.
8. Perform all primary design elements independently for engineering works.

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including career development, flexible hybrid working, technical networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• An electrical/electronic/power engineering qualification (HNC, HND, BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng).
• Professional qualification in Electrical Engineering (CEng or working towards it).
• Ability to use software tools like Cymcap, Cableizer, COMSOL for desktop studies and reports.
• Understanding of HVAC and HVDC transmission principles and requirements management.
• Understanding of power system functional characteristics.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the application process, contact us at [emailprotected].

If you have some of the skills or transferable experience, we want to hear from you!

Additional Information

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to learn more about AECOM and our projects.

For more info, contact the recruiter on LinkedIn (Francesca Siddle).

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering services from advisory to construction management across various sectors. We are committed to sustainability, diversity, and innovation. Visit aecom.com for more.

Freedom to Grow

Enjoy flexible work options, a safe and inclusive workplace, and benefits supporting your growth and success. Join us to make a difference with a global leader in infrastructure.