Offshore Export Cable Supply Project Engineer

Eden Scott; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in delivering one of the UK's largest offshore wind infrastructure projects. As an Offshore Export Cable Supply Project Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of critical work packages. Your expertise in offshore cable systems will be essential as you collaborate with various teams and lead technical discussions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the UK's renewable energy goals while working in a hybrid or remote capacity. If you are ready for an immediate start and are passionate about making a difference in the renewable sector, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in offshore export cable design and testing.
• Strong knowledge of international offshore cable standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert for offshore export cable systems.
• Coordinate with T&I teams on cable loadout planning.

Skills

Offshore export cable design

Electrical Engineering

Cable rating calculations

Communication skills

QA processes

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Document management systems

Job description

Job Title: Offshore Export Cable Supply Project Engineer
Location: UK-based / Hybrid or Remote
Contract: 12-Month Contract (Immediate Start)
Rate: £600-£700 per day (Outside IR35)
Sector: Offshore Wind / Renewable Energy
Start Date: ASAP

Join a major offshore wind programme supporting the UK's 2030 renewable energy targets. We're recruiting a Project Engineer - Offshore Export Cable Supply to work on three large-scale offshore wind farms.

As Export Cable Supply Project Engineer, you will be integrated into the offshore export cable team, focusing specifically on the export cable supply scope. This is a key role requiring deep technical expertise to ensure the successful delivery of one of the most critical work packages in the project.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Report to the Work Package Manager and act as the subject matter expert for offshore export cable systems.

  
  


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  Provide technical input into the design, qualification, manufacture, quality control, testing, and commissioning of export cables (onshore & offshore).

  
  


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  Coordinate closely with Transport & Installation (T&I) teams on cable loadout planning and scheduling.

  
  


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  Lead on cable design and rating verification calculations.

  
  


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  Maintain and develop specifications, procedures, and technical documentation related to cable supply activities.

  
  


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  Review study results, design documents, and construction plans to ensure alignment with employer and project requirements.

  
  


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  Support interface management across landfall, offshore substations, and other relevant work packages.

  
  


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  Participate in and, where required, lead workstream meetings, supplier discussions, and internal technical sessions.

  
  


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  Ensure clear and consistent documentation of meeting outcomes and action points.

  
  

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.


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  Proven experience in offshore export cable design, manufacturing, and testing on at least one offshore wind project.

  
  


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  Strong knowledge of international offshore cable standards and testing protocols.

  
  


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  Skilled in cable design, rating calculations, and verification.

  
  


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  Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.

  
  


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  Experience working with contractors and managing complex technical interfaces.

  
  


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  Familiarity with QA processes, supplier management, and tendering in offshore wind.

  
  


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  Sound understanding of HSE principles relevant to offshore cable work.

  
  


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  Proficient with MS Office and document management systems.

  
  


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  Awareness of industry trends and developments in export cable systems.

  
  


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  Understanding of commercial and contractual frameworks in offshore wind projects.

  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in delivering one of the UK's largest offshore wind infrastructure efforts. If you're available immediately and ready to hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for more information.