Senior HV Cable Engineering Manager

Thetrupgrade; Wigan; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + 2 extra days

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance & health screening

Professional development

Job summary

Murphy is recruiting an Engineering Manager for HV Cables to lead all engineering activities for EHV cable systems (400kV, 275kV, 132kV) across design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning. You will oversee supplier engagement, FATs and QA/QC, while guiding site teams and ensuring compliance with IEC, British Standards and client specifications.

You will mentor engineers, drive technical investigations, and foster continuous improvement within a high-performing HV Cable

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Power Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) with IET or IMechE.
• Significant experience (typically 10+ years) in EHV/HV cable system design, installation, and commissioning.
• Demonstrable experience with technical procurement and supplier management for HV cable systems.
• In-depth knowledge of IEC, British Standards, and National Grid Technical Specifications.
• Proven track record in leading technical investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience in developing and leading engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering activities for EHV cable systems (400kV, 275kV, 132kV) across design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and rectification.
• Provide technical leadership for site teams and review RAMS, ITPs, QA/QC documents.
• Coordinate HV testing and commissioning activities including pressure and sheath testing.
• Manage supplier engagement for Type Testing, FAT, and compliance with IEC/BS/Client specs.
• Represent the business in technical meetings with National Grid and clients.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing across the team.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team management

Project coordination

Procurement liaison

Supplier management

Education

Degree in Electrical/Power Engineering or equivalent

Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) with IET or IMechE

Tools

CYMCAP

Cable rating software

GIS

Job description

Murphy is recruiting an Engineering Manager for HV Cables to lead all engineering activities for EHV cable systems (400kV, 275kV, 132kV) across design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning. You will oversee supplier engagement, FATs and QA/QC, while guiding site teams and ensuring compliance with IEC, British Standards and client specifications.

You will mentor engineers, drive technical investigations, and foster continuous improvement within a high-performing HV Cable