Senior MV/HV Submarine Cable Design Engineer

We Are Zenith; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Zenith seeks a Principal Engineer – MV/HV Cable Design to lead technically complex submarine cable projects for offshore wind. You will shape design rules, perform analyses, and drive product development across the lifecycle from R&D through qualification and manufacturing.

A strong background in high-voltage cable systems and IEC/CIGRE standards is essential. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with customers and suppliers, and push for innovative tooling and processes to improve

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics or related field
• Extensive experience in high-voltage submarine cable design within offshore wind/renewable sectors
• Strong background in cable system design, development, qualification and manufacturing processes
• Demonstrable experience leading technically complex engineering projects
• Experience working within research and development environments
• Exposure to Orcaflex and its application in offshore cable analysis is essential
• In-depth knowledge of submarine cable construction, design, rating methodologies, manufacturing processes, installation and operational performance
• Strong understanding of IEC standards and CIGRE recommendations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced engineering environments
• High attention to detail and strong technical reporting capability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Act as a recognised technical authority for MV/HV submarine cable systems.
• Lead, manage and deliver complex R&D and product development projects.
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve cable design rules and engineering standards.
• Produce and review technical reports, calculations and design documentation.
• Conduct cable design studies and engineering assessments.
• Interface with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders on technical matters.
• Provide specialist technical guidance throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support technical risk assessments and specification reviews.
• Resolve complex engineering issues and customer technical queries.
• Support management of non-conformances, concessions and design deviations.
• Deliver technical solutions aligned with project, quality and commercial objectives.
• Lead or support the development and implementation of new technologies, methodologies and engineering tools.
• Drive improvements in engineering efficiency, quality and standardisation.
• Support technology qualification and product enhancement programmes.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and technical development support to engineers at all levels.
• Share best practice and promote technical excellence across the engineering function.

Skills

High-voltage submarine cable design

Technical leadership

Mentoring & development

Education

Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related engineering discipline

Tools

Orcaflex

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Job description

We Are Zenith seeks a Principal Engineer – MV/HV Cable Design to lead technically complex submarine cable projects for offshore wind. You will shape design rules, perform analyses, and drive product development across the lifecycle from R&D through qualification and manufacturing.

A strong background in high-voltage cable systems and IEC/CIGRE standards is essential. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with customers and suppliers, and push for innovative tooling and processes to improve