Junior HVDC Engineer - Interconnectors (Hybrid UK)

Mint Selection; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint Selection is recruiting a Junior HVDC Engineer to support design, installation, testing and maintenance of HVDC cable systems in a hybrid Folkestone, UK setting. You will work with converter stations and cable teams, interfacing with contractors and control centres across the UK and France.

The role is ideal for an engineer with a strong electrical/mechanical foundation and a keen interest in HV transmission systems, with opportunities to grow in asset management and project support.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with HVDC systems or high voltage transmission assets, graduate scheme or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of operational and maintenance requirements for HVAC and HVDC cables and associated systems.
• Understanding HVDC interconnectors' role in the wider energy mix.
• Experience monitoring contractors and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day management of O&M contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance of HVDC cable systems.
• Assist in site inspections, audits, and reviews of contractor performance against KPIs and warranties.
• Maintain and update a robust spares strategy and fault rectification plans.
• Assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis for operational or safety events.
• Maintain and update operational documentation, risk assessments and procedures; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review HVDC cable system designs and provide improvement recommendations to meet requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for internal reviews and external stakeholders.
• Promote health and safety and participate in required trainings.

Skills

HVDC systems

High voltage transmission

Contractor management

Engineering support

Education

Graduate scheme in energy industry

Job description

Mint Selection is recruiting a Junior HVDC Engineer to support design, installation, testing and maintenance of HVDC cable systems in a hybrid Folkestone, UK setting. You will work with converter stations and cable teams, interfacing with contractors and control centres across the UK and France.

The role is ideal for an engineer with a strong electrical/mechanical foundation and a keen interest in HV transmission systems, with opportunities to grow in asset management and project support.