Electrical HVAC / HVDC Cable Engineer

Electrical HVAC / HVDC Cable Engineer Location: UK & Europe Projects / Hybrid Sector: Power Systems / Renewables / Transmission Employment Type: Contract Inside IR35 About the Role: Join a growing energy transmission team of a Global Consultancy as an Electrical Cable Engineer specialising in HVAC and/or HVDC systems. You\’ll lead technical design, routing, and installation planning of high-voltage cables in large infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead or support design and engineering of high-voltage (HV) cable systems (66kV-400kV) Perform cable sizing, rating studies, thermal and electrical analysis (e.g., Cymcap) Route selection and cable layout design for land and subsea applications Prepare specifications for cables, joints, terminations, and installation works Interface with civil teams on trenching, ducting, and environmental considerations Support procurement, factory inspections (FATs), and site installation works Ensure compliance with IEC, CIGRE, and ENA cable standards Requirements: Degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Experience with HVAC or HVDC cable systems for utilities, offshore wind, or interconnectors Understanding of cable construction, testing, and installation techniques Familiarity with design tools like Cymcap, PLS-CADD, or PowerFactory Awareness of cable failure modes, thermal management, and EMF Excellent communication and technical reporting skills