Senior Cables Engineer- T&D

AECOM; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Cable Engineer to lead projects across multiple voltage levels. You will manage cable system designs from feasibility to commissioning while ensuring compliance with international standards. The ideal candidate has strong engineering expertise and experience with onshore and offshore projects. This position values diversity and offers a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV projects.
• Good understanding of cable routing and mechanical forces.
• Experience with cable system ECI engineering and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages.
• Lead and review complex cable system designs.
• Conduct studies for cable thermal and electromagnetic analysis.

Skills

Cable System Design Engineering

HV/EHV transmission and distribution

Quality inspection and test of cables

Civil engineering collaboration

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CYMCAP

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Our work helps people and communities thrive by delivering infrastructure projects that improve transport, energy, water and city skylines. We are a global team of professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We invite you to bring bold ideas and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals.

Job Description

Senior Cables Engineers are sought to join our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. The successful candidate will deliver a range of cable system projects across multiple voltage levels for clients including Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. You will lead and contribute to projects throughout the lifecycle—from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, installation supervision and commissioning—on both onshore and offshore infrastructure. You will collaborate with the AECOM T&D Team, acting as a primary contact for external clients and ensuring project delivery meets our standards for quality, safety and environmental care. Experience in regulated, quality-assured environments is preferred, with national grid experience desirable. Strong design judgment and draughting expertise are essential. This is an opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure and energy transition projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.
• Lead and review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs (onshore and offshore), including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations.
• Undertake cable rating and system studies including ampacity, short circuit forces, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference analysis.
• Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies in constrained environments (tunnels, subsea routes, urban areas).
• Collaborate with civil, structural, substation, OHL, and marine teams for integrated solutions.
• Conduct third-party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation and commissioning activities.
• Interface with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs and other international standards.
• Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOPs, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and provide technical guidance across the wider team.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects.
• Proven delivery of onshore and offshore cable systems including dynamic and static subsea systems.
• Good understanding of cable routing (land, tunnel, subsea), cable pulling and mechanical forces, burial risk assessments and protection strategies, electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis, cable cleating and short circuit restraint.
• Experience in Quality, Inspection & Test (QIT) of cables and associated systems.
• Knowledge of national and international standards, including IEC, CIGRÉ, and NG-TPs.
• Experience with cable system ECI engineering, subsea control and electrical solutions, cable manufacturing and testing, and third-party inspection and verification.
• Exposure to offshore projects and wind farms.
• Experience with tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation tools.

• Desirable Certifications & qualifications: familiarity with subsea installation, offshore wind export systems, and inter-array cables.
• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline.
• NG Certified – CDAE (Cable Design and Engineering); Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
• Offshore certifications and awareness (BOSIET/GWO) are desirable for offshore work.

Additional Information

You will be self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously when required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline-driven team environment. We value diversity and inclusion and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities. If you meet some requirements or have transferable skills, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure firm delivering professional services across the project lifecycle. We solve complex challenges for public and private sector clients, driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through technical and digital expertise, equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with substantial annual revenue. Learn more at aecom.com.