Design Engineer – Cable Systems

Dredging, Environmental and Marine Engineering NV; Breda; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An extensive mobility program for a健康…

A permanent training track

A stimulating, innovative workplace

A health program and wellbeing focus

Job summary

DEME is seeking a motivated design engineer to strengthen the cable systems design team. You will lead the cable design aspects across offshore wind projects and tenders, collaborating with international teams to deliver complex subsea cable solutions.

The role requires a Master’s degree in electrical engineering, at least 2 years in offshore or subsea cable projects, and strong English communication. DEME offers a mobility program and a clear training track for growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in offshore wind, subsea cables, power transmission or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of HVAC and/or HVDC cable systems is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with offshore electrical infrastructure, cable design principles and industry standards.
• Experience working with suppliers, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured engineering mindset.
• Comfortable working in an international project environment and interacting with various stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally and occasionally support offshore activities.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• A proactive team player who combines ownership, collaboration and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering activities for offshore wind, inter-array, export and interconnector cable systems.
• Provide technical support throughout project execution and tender activities.
• Review and verify cable system designs, calculations and supplier deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards (IEC, ISO, DNV, CIGRE).
• Support cable ampacity studies, short-circuit assessments and electrical system evaluations.
• Verify cable type testing, qualification programmes and certification requirements.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and cost optimization opportunities.
• Support clarifications during tender phases and input for estimates and schedules.
• Assist manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in FATs, mock-ups and offshore testing campaigns.
• Perform site visits and offshore assignments to support troubleshooting.
• Contribute to HAZID/HAZOP and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with DEME's QHSES standards and safety culture.

Skills

Cable design

HVAC/HVDC knowledge

Offshore electrical infra

Industry standards

Supplier management

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder communication

Travel willingness

English fluency

Team player

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

DEME is searching for a motivated design engineer to reinforce our cable system design team. If you are a young professional with engineering expertise in relevant industry, this is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team of engineers specialized in the successful delivery of cable projects. As a design engineer, you will be leading the cable design aspects of different projects and tenders. Together, we work on DEME’s vision of creating a sustainable future.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering activities for offshore wind, inter-array, export and interconnector cable systems.
• Provide technical support throughout project execution and tender activities.
• Review and verify cable system designs, calculations and supplier deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and relevant industry standards such as IEC, ISO, DNV and CIGRE.
• Support cable ampacity studies, short-circuit assessments and electrical system evaluations.
• Verify cable type testing, qualification programmes and certification requirements.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Support technical clarifications during tender phases and provide engineering input for cost estimates and schedules.
• Assist manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in FATs, mock-ups and offshore testing campaigns.
• Perform site visits and offshore assignments to support troubleshooting and project delivery.
• Contribute to HAZID, HAZOP, lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with DEME's QHSES standards and safety culture.

Your profile

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in offshore wind, subsea cables, power transmission or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of HVAC and/or HVDC cable systems is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with offshore electrical infrastructure, cable design principles and industry standards.
• Experience working with suppliers, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured engineering mindset.
• Comfortable working in an international project environment and interacting with various stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally and occasionally support offshore activities.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• A proactive team player who combines ownership, collaboration and a continuous improvement mindset.

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with growth opportunities.
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources. While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex projects. DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019.