Senior HV Cable Design Lead - Hybrid/UK-wide

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited

Epsom

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Training and development

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited seeks a Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to lead and mentor a specialist team in HV cables, supporting bid activity and client engagement across UK projects. You will contribute to FEED and detailed design for major transmission schemes while coordinating with multiple disciplines and suppliers on-site or from offices across the UK.

The role offers hybrid working and travel across UK sites, with opportunities to influence projects end-to-end and drive business

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Experience in HV cable system design, manufacture, testing, and installation.
Familiarity with client specifications (e.g., National Grid, SPEN, SSEN).
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Business development mindset and client-facing experience.
Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

Actively contribute to business development activities, including identifying opportunities and engaging with clients.
Lead and support bids and proposals with technical input, resources, and cost estimation.
Coordinate with commercial and project management teams on offers.
Lead onshore and offshore HV Cables FEED and detailed design works for major projects.
Attend site visits and coordinate with disciplines, sub-contractors and suppliers.
Support capability development and mentoring of junior engineers.