Offshore Cable Design / Analysis Engineer (Energy)

Description

• Installation, Operation and Maintenance procedure or guideline generation.
• The role includes the support of junior members of the team, with training, guidance and knowledge transfer.
• Electrical & mechanical designs, calculations, specification and report writing for HVAC and HVDC cables in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
• Depending upon the project and requirements, the role will involve review of client specifications, vendor documentation.
• Alongside HVAC Inter Array Cables, the team requires the offshore cable design engineer to support design works for HVDC Interconnectors up to 525kV. This role requires an understanding of the growing HVDC interconnector market and its requirements. The role will involve design of the cable element and critical interface with the HVDC Team whereby the onshore converter station and grid connection design is managed.
• The role will require in certain projects the review of GIS data. The output being to advise a client on subsea cable routing, adjust route positions accordingly or advise on CBRA / BAS requirements.
• Conduct detailed design engineering for new projects, collaborating with other departments to ensure understanding of all customer/project requirements and to support the Proposals, Purchasing, Project Management, Quality and Production teams.

Requirements

• You will be experienced in Autodesk software packages, specifically Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and have the ability to adapt to bespoke/non-standard software packages.
• Accessories include but not limited to: T-Connectors, Dropper Cables, CPS, Pull-in Equipment, Hang-Offs, Cable Cleats Breakaway systems, glands and temporary abandonment systems.
• The role may require travel to client’s offices or site alongside potential vendor engagement.
• Fatigue Analysis
• Requirement for vendor engagement and interface coordination in support of works.
• Strong ability to operate and deliver dynamic analysis using Orcaflex software is required to support dynamic analysis, in-place analysis and modelling of dynamic cables and associated CPS / hardware (e.g. dynamic bend stiffeners, buoyancy modules and bend restrictors)
• Onshore HVDC cable design experience and knowledge is desirable.
• Must be capable of creating engineered solutions, considering all aspects of the project requirements, whilst satisfying all customer and internal requirements. With strong ability to coordinate and interface cross department internally within WSP and with external vendors and clients.
• You must have an understanding of all the key elements of cable design and manufacture, with a thorough understanding of the selection process with knowledge of the electrical cores, sheath, armour and outer layers.
• An understanding of cable installation, handling and maintenance is desirable.
• On-bottom stability (Using DNV Stablelines)
• Critical understanding of HVAC Inter Array Cable and Export cable design, specifications and requirements is necessary. Specifically, the ability to generate documentation and cable designs for 66kV – 132kV HVAC cables. This includes Cable Design Basis, Design Reports, Current Rating and Thermal Calculations. Knowledge and ability to design static and dynamic cables is required.
• The candidate must be capable of forming strong working relationships with customers and suppliers.
• An understanding of UXO is desirable.
• Employer requirements, creation of technical documentation to support WSP’s clients with their procurement process.

Understanding of PQQ, ITT processes and an ability to advise accordingly.

Requirement for vendor engagement and interface coordination in support of works.

• Understanding of PQQ, ITT processes and an ability to advise accordingly.
• Capability to use Orcaflex Dynamic Analysis Software is desirable.
• Understanding of Bend Restrictors, Bend Stiffeners, J-Tube Sealing, Buoyancy Modules is required.
• Dynamic Analysis (Orcaflex)
• Cable Protection System specification generation in support of procurement activities / vendor or client requirements.

Understanding of Bend Restrictors, Bend Stiffeners, J-Tube Sealing, Buoyancy Modules is required.

• Understanding of inter array cable layout and requirements.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance