Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer – Lead Transmission

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Employee rewards

Professional development opportunities

Flexible holiday allowances

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to drive the development of HV cables capabilities. In this role, you will lead design works for transmission scale projects, collaborate with client engagement teams, and provide technical input on bids and proposals. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in HV cable system design, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Flexible working options and professional development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in HV cable system design, manufacture, testing, and installation.
• Familiarity with client specifications like National Grid, SPEN, SSEN.
• Commissioning experience on transmission / EHV scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation of bids and proposals.
• Collaborate with commercial and project management teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and support internal capability development.

Skills

HV cable system design

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Business development

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to drive the development of HV cables capabilities. In this role, you will lead design works for transmission scale projects, collaborate with client engagement teams, and provide technical input on bids and proposals. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in HV cable system design, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Flexible working options and professional development opportunities are included.