HV/HVDC Cable Systems Engineer – Ireland

WSP USA; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Chartership support

Career development

Global opportunities

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Cable Systems Engineer to deliver HV and EHV cable systems across transmission, distribution, renewables and interconnectors. You will join a growing Ireland/UK energy networks team, working from offices with a mix of local knowledge and global expertise.

You will design HV/HVDC solutions, perform ratings and thermal analyses, generate deliverables, and support testing, commissioning and project delivery. A Chartered status or commitment toward registration is valued.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience designing HV/EHV cable systems with HVAC and HVDC exposure.
• Knowledge of CYMCAP and cable ratings, thermal analyses.
• Experience on transmission/distribution infrastructure projects and renewables.
• Familiarity with IEC/CIGRE standards and technical specs for cable systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop HV/HVDC cable systems for power transmission and distribution projects.
• Perform cable system studies, thermal analyses and ratings.
• Produce engineering deliverables, specs, reports and design documentation.
• Support HVAC/HVDC solutions for onshore, offshore and interconnector projects.
• Conduct route, site and installation assessments; consider technical, environmental and constructability aspects.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, manufacturers and clients to deliver projects.
• Review design modifications during manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Participate in design reviews, audits and QA processes; stay updated on new cable technologies.

Skills

HVAC/HVDC cable systems

Cable system design

Technical leadership

Communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

CEng encouraged

Tools

CYMCAP

Job description

WSP is seeking a Cable Systems Engineer to deliver HV and EHV cable systems across transmission, distribution, renewables and interconnectors. You will join a growing Ireland/UK energy networks team, working from offices with a mix of local knowledge and global expertise.

You will design HV/HVDC solutions, perform ratings and thermal analyses, generate deliverables, and support testing, commissioning and project delivery. A Chartered status or commitment toward registration is valued.