Senior Design Engineer - Cables

TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering services provider is recruiting an experienced Senior Design Engineer - Cables to lead the design and technical solutions for cabling projects in the power sector. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to carry out site surveys and ensure high-quality designs are delivered on time and on budget. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with cabling systems up to 132kV and will use tools such as AutoCAD and CYMCAP. A hybrid working model is available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading complex cabling projects up to 132kV.
• Strong understanding of engineering design documentation.
• Competence in site surveys and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex cabling projects, ensuring high-quality designs are delivered.
• Develop and review engineering drawings and calculations.
• Plan and design cable routes, resolving engineering challenges.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Cabling systems knowledge

Detailed design

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

CYMCAP

Job description

Senior Design Engineer - Cables

Location: Suffolk or London (hybrid with site visits, remote working possible)

Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 (+ benefits)

Position: Permanent

Turner Lovell are recruiting for a leading UK engineering services provider that delivers innovative design and technical solutions to the power sector. With a strong pipeline of major infrastructure projects across the UK, they are looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer - Cabling to join their expanding team.

In this role, you will take the lead on the design, drawings, and calculations for cabling projects across ICPs, data centres, and renewable energy developments up to 132kV. You'll collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary design team, carry out site surveys, and provide technical leadership throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept to detailed design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex cabling projects, ensuring high-quality designs are delivered within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, calculations, and design documentation using industry software (e.g., AutoCAD, CYMCAP)
• Plan and design cable routes, resolving advanced engineering challenges and technical constraints.

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