At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering for high-voltage submarine cable projects in offshore wind.
- Company: Join a leading company in renewable energy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to work on groundbreaking offshore projects.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on sustainable energy solutions while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in HV/EHV cable design and installation with strong technical expertise.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Offshore Lead Cables Engineer for a major offshore wind project in Ireland
Responsibilities
- Provide expert end-to-end engineering for HV and EHV submarine cable projects at various stages of development for both fixed and dynamic cable applications for voltages ranging from 66 kV to 400 kV.
- Develop and review cable system designs, including conductor sizing, insulation selection, armoring, and sheath configurations.
- Perform thermal, electrical, and mechanical analyses, including ampacity calculations and cable rating studies.
- Define technical requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteria for cables and accessories.
- Support the early-stage development and FEED phase of projects.
- Provide expertise for submarine cable packages across design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning phases.
- Oversee type testing, factory acceptance testing, Site Acceptance Testing at manufacturer facilities.
- Design review and due diligence for submarine cable projects with respect to the Employer's Requirements.
- Manage engineering interfaces between cable suppliers, installation contractors, OEMs, and internal project teams.
- Work with contractors to investigate ways to optimise cable burial and route engineering.
- Provide engineering input into route engineering, burial assessments, and cable protection strategies.
- Review installation methodologies including lay operations, jointing procedures, pull-ins and termination works.
Qualifications
- Essential Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of HV/EHV cable design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Expertise in subsea cable installation engineering and marine operations including cable laying and burial campaigns, cable embedment, submersible vehicle operations, vessel positioning and commercial diving procedures.
- Experience with submarine cable installation and testing.
- Experience in technical and commercial evaluation of submarine cable systems.
- Experienced in contract preparation and evaluation for vessels and subsea operations.
Offshore Lead Cables Engineer employer: Taylor Hopkinson
As an Offshore Lead Cables Engineer for a major offshore wind project in Ireland, you will join a forward-thinking company that prioritises innovation and sustainability. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and hands-on experience in cutting-edge projects. With a commitment to employee well-being and a focus on impactful renewable energy solutions, we offer a unique chance to contribute to a greener future while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Offshore Lead Cables Engineer
HV and EHV submarine cable engineering
Cable system design
Conductor sizing
Insulation selection
Armoring and sheath configurations
Thermal analysis
Electrical analysis
