Principal Electrical Engineer (Cables)

Mott MacDonald; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension matched up to 7%

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Annual leave

Professional subscription

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (HV Cable Design) to join our Transmission & Distribution team in Ireland. You will design, analyse, and implement high‑voltage cable systems for onshore and offshore projects, ensuring robust energy delivery and integration with substations and grid networks.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in FEED, tender, and construction phases.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Essential: Experienced transmission cable systems engineer.
• Essential: Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex engineering problems.
• Essential: Willingness to take on new challenges and confidently handle tasks.
• Essential: Ability to demonstrate good written communication skills.
• Essential: Excellent communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• HVAC/HVDC Cable System Design for Onshore and Offshore projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HV cables into substations and grid networks.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost analyses for transmission cable projects.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED) for cable systems integration in major projects.
• Lead consenting-stage cable system design with civil/environmental teams.
• Tender-stage design and detailed design from concept to construction.
• Troubleshoot cable-related issues during installation and operation/maintenance.
• Stay updated on HV cable materials, insulation, and transmission tech.

Skills

HV Cable Design

Analytical skills

Written communication

People skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Masters in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location/s: Dublin or Cork, IE

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

About Thebusinessunit

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Overview Of The Role

Senior Electrical Engineer (HV Cable Design) – Join Our Dynamic Transmission & Distribution Team!

Are you passionate about powering the future? Do you thrive on designing, implementing, and maintaining cutting-edge high‑voltage transmission systems?

Following on from a number of exciting major project awards, our Transmission & Distribution division is expanding and we’re seeking an experienced HV Transmission Cables Engineer to join our dynamic team. As an integral part of our organization, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring reliable energy delivery for our clients. From underground interconnectors to offshore wind farms, your expertise will shape the backbone of our energy infrastructure.

If you’re ready to take on exciting challenges and contribute to a sustainable energy future, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities and duties include

• HVAC/HVDC Cable System Design: Dive into all aspects of transmission cable system design, from conceptualization to implementation for Onshore and Offshore projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of HV cables into substations, converter stations, and grid networks
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost analyses for transmission cable system projects
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED): Be the visionary. Deliver innovative solutions for cable systems integration into major infrastructural development projects
• Consenting Stage Cable System design. Leading the interface with our civil and environmental teams to plan the delivery of transmission cable systems in line with consenting requirements
• Tender Stage Design/Detail Design for Transmission cable systems, developing concept stage design through to construction detail level
• Troubleshoot and resolve transmission cable-related issues during installation and operation/maintenance phases
• Stay abreast of technological advancements in HV cable materials, insulation, and transmission technologies

Candidate Specification

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experienced transmission cable systems engineer
• Strong analytical skills and able to solve complex engineering problems relating to transmission power cable systems
• A willingness to engage with new challenges as well as an ability to work confidently on tasks for which you have prior experience
• Ability to demonstrate good written communication skills including report writing
• Excellent communication and people skills.

Desirable:

• Masters in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in design of both onshore and offshore transmission cable systems
• Experience in design of HV cable transmission systems for UK and Ireland utilities
• Experience in design of HVAC and HVDC transmission cable systems

We offer some fantastic benefits including

• Flexible working
• Pension matched up to 7% of base salary
• Competitive annual leave
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Life insurance
• Income continuance
• Enhanced Paternity leave
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel TaxSaver tickets
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development – we are accredited by Engineers Ireland
• Mentoring and support for career development and progression

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well‑being, flexibility, and trust.

Location(s): Cork, IE Dublin, IE

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Electrical

Job Ref: 18113