Job Title: Senior Design Engineer - Underground Cables Reporting to: Head of Design - Underground Cables Business Unit: Omexom Design Purpose of the Position: To provide technical leadership and expert-level design input for underground high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) cable systems across major infrastructure projects. The role combines deep engineering knowledge with strategic oversight of design practices, acting as a senior authority on cable system design, compliance, and innovation. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Including but not limited to: Act as the technical lead across HV/EHV cable system design activities, ensuringsolutions are safe, robust, compliant, and cost-effective. Oversee complex cable design packages (33kV and above), ensuring technicalexcellence across concept, feasibility, and detailed design phases. Develop, own, and maintain internal design standards, methodologies, templates, andtools relevant to HV/EHV cable systems. Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure all design deliverables meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company best practices. Advanced Engineering Analysis: Perform and supervise detailed analyses including thermal, electrical, ampacity, and mechanical stress assessments using tools such as CYMCAP, ELEK, and AutoCAD. Lead technical peer reviews, quality checks, and design audits to maintain a highstandard of engineering output. Mentorship: Support the development of junior engineers through guidance, feedback, and training in best practice design techniques. Innovation and R a Master's degree (MSc/MEng) is advantageous. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or actively working towards chartership with significant relevant experience. A minimum of 5 years' experience in HV/EHV underground cable system design,ideally including work at 132kV and above. Strong working knowledge of cable selection, route design, installation techniques,accessories, thermal and electrical performance, and compliance standards. Advanced proficiency in CYMCAP, ELEK, and AutoCAD; familiarity with additional toolssuch as MATLAB is beneficial. Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering calculations, simulations, and system assessments. Proven experience in technical leadership, including mentoring and team development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and confidently. Membership of professional institutions (e.g. IET, CIGRÉ, IEEE) is highly desirable. Desirable Criteria Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments within the energy transmission or infrastructure sectors. Knowledge of international and UK cable standards and regulatory frameworks. Ability to challenge and improve existing practices through a proactive, innovation-driven mindset. Values In line with Omexom's values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities: Team Spirit
Senior Design Engineer - Ugc in Northumberland employer: Omexom UK
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