Senior High Voltage Cable Engineer (m/f/d)Switzerland - Zurich

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Your Tasks

1. BakerHicks is a leading consultancy in the power transmission and distribution sector in the UK, expanding its power team in the DACH region, and is seeking an ambitious High-voltage Cable Engineer to support this growth.
2. You will be an experienced engineer in the design and planning of high voltage cable systems from 11kV to 400kV, onshore or offshore.
3. This includes producing cable system design calculations, cable rating calculations, thermomechanical and electromagnetic force calculations, and collaborating with CAD technicians on cable route layouts and trench cross sections.
4. You must have full proficiency in German and a good level of English.
5. At BakerHicks, we support employee growth and development, with a highly experienced team in the UK and a growing team in the DACH region.
6. Opportunities include projects across Europe and the UK, involving HVAC, HVDC, OHL, and Substation projects.

Apply now and join our exciting expansion into new markets!

Your Responsibilities

• Provide High Voltage Cable systems and installation designs; act as lead cable engineer/planner.
• Collaborate with UK design teams to ensure compliance with local standards.
• Ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of design scope.

Your Profile

• Experience in design, calculations, reports, and drawings for HV power transmission systems, HVDC interconnectors, or HV renewable energy infrastructure in the DACH region.
• Full working proficiency in German and good English skills.
• Specialist knowledge in High Voltage Substations.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to BakerHicks offices in Basel and London.

Traveling Activity

Projects typically last 6-24 months. Work is mainly at the client site, with some possibility for remote work. Employees have opportunities to work on diverse projects and visit different cities, returning home on weekends.

Benefits

• Home office options
• Pension options
• Flat hierarchies
• Flexible hours
• High safety standards
• Cycling commuter allowance
• Commuter benefits
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Part-time and unpaid leave options
• Sick pay coverage up to 30 days
• Accident insurance
• Employee referral program
• 25 vacation days
• Overtime compensation
• International project opportunities
• Expense reimbursement policy

Nice-to-Have Skills

• CAD

Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Work Experience

Electronics Engineering

Languages

English and German proficiency required

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Engineering and IT

Industries

Technology, Information, and Internet