Senior HV Transmission Cables Engineer - UK-wide

Mott MacDonald; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match 4.5-7%

Life insurance 4x salary

Income protection

Flexible benefits and annual bonus

Employee ownership

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support and menopause care

Annual leave 33-35 days

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (HV Cable Design) to join our Transmission & Distribution team. You will design, implement, and optimize high-voltage cable systems for onshore and offshore projects, contributing to reliable energy delivery and the energy transition in the UK.

You will work with cross-functional teams across FEED and detailed design, with hybrid working and clear opportunities for career progression within a global engineering consultancy.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experienced transmission cable systems engineer.
• Strong analytical skills and able to solve complex problems related to transmission power cable systems.
• Able to work on challenging tasks with prior experience.
• Excellent written communication and report writing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• HVAC/HVDC Cable System Design from concept to execution for onshore and offshore projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HV cables into substations, converter stations, and grid networks.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost analyses for transmission cable projects.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED) to deliver innovative cable solutions for major projects.
• Lead consenting stage cable system design with civil and environmental teams.
• Tender and Detail Design for transmission cable systems from concept to construction detail.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cable-related issues during installation and operation/maintenance.
• Stay updated on HV cable materials, insulation, and transmission technologies.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Transmission cables

Analytical skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (HV Cable Design) to join our Transmission & Distribution team. You will design, implement, and optimize high-voltage cable systems for onshore and offshore projects, contributing to reliable energy delivery and the energy transition in the UK.

You will work with cross-functional teams across FEED and detailed design, with hybrid working and clear opportunities for career progression within a global engineering consultancy.