Lead HV Cable Design Engineer (Hybrid UK)

WSP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training & mentoring

Thrive health program

Virtual GP

Gymflex benefits

Disability confidence initiative

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced engineer to lead HV cable projects within our Energy Networks team. You will design, manufacture and test HV cables for HVAC and HVDC, mentoring teams and coordinating external partners across onshore and offshore environments.

The role rewards Chartered Engineer development, travel as needed, and engagement with industry groups like CIGRE and IEEE, with a hybrid UK work model and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline (Electrical/Power favourable).
• Extensive experience in design, manufacture and test of HV cables for HVAC, HVDC onshore/offshore.
• Understanding of IEC cable standards and CIGRE policies; ability to act as a cable expert.
• Experience witnessing 3rd party cable activities (test, installation, transport).
• Experience with CIGRE and IEEE working groups/committees; Chartered status pursuit.
• Willingness to travel as projects dictate.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for multi-discipline project delivery.
• Ensure projects meet contract terms and health & safety standards.
• Develop external/internal client relationships.
• Coordinate subcontractors and remote resources.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory/regulatory requirements.
• Participate in industry working groups such as CIGRE/IEEE.
• Travel as required by project needs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV cables design

IEC standards

CIGRE/IEEE involvement

Chartered Engineer status

Travel flexibility

Cable expert knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering (Electrical/Power)

Tools

CYMCAP

Job description

WSP is seeking an experienced engineer to lead HV cable projects within our Energy Networks team. You will design, manufacture and test HV cables for HVAC and HVDC, mentoring teams and coordinating external partners across onshore and offshore environments.

The role rewards Chartered Engineer development, travel as needed, and engagement with industry groups like CIGRE and IEEE, with a hybrid UK work model and opportunities for career progression.