Principle Cable Design Engineer
Balfour Beatty Plc
Lead design of HV/EHV cable systems for transmission & distribution projects
4 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
26,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Support services
Infrastructure investments
Project management
Engineering
Asset operation and maintenance
Infrastructure financing
Rail construction
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Off-site solutions
Pipe fabrication and installation
Infrastructure Investments
Construction Services
Support Services
Civil engineering
Building
Role
What you would be doing
hv/ehv design
cable design
steelwork design
risk assessment
standards compliance
design governance
- The Principal Cable Engineer is responsible for providing leadership, expertise, and governance across the design team. You will drive design quality, mentor engineers, and ensure project deliverables meet client requirements, industry codes, and Balfour Beatty’s engineering standards.
- Lead the end-to-end design of HV/EHV cable systems for large-scale T&D projects.
- Provide strategic input to the Cabling Design Manager on innovation, process improvements, and new design methodologies.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed electrical and mechanical designs, including system ratings, pulling tensions, and hydraulic analyses.
- Mentor and develop engineers and draughts persons, reviewing and checking their work to ensure technical excellence.
- Validate and approve design risk assessments in accordance with CDM regulations; ensure Health & Safety files are complete and robust.
- Collaborate with Estimators and Operations Engineers to support tenders, proposals, and project execution.
- Chair and contribute to technical meetings with clients, fabricators, suppliers, and contractors.
- Provide expert guidance on non-standard or complex design issues, escalating to senior stakeholders only when necessary.
- Act as design authority in reviewing specifications, interpreting client requirements, and ensuring technical compliance.
- Maintain compliance with international, national, and client-specific standards, while embedding best practices into design processes.
- Direct the design and verification of cable supporting steelwork, foundations, and installation systems.
What you bring
autocad
cdm
t&d
hv/ehv
chartered engineer
leadership
- Proficient in AutoCAD and familiar with industry-standard design software/tools.
- Experience leading design risk assessments and producing Health & Safety documentation under CDM regulations.
- Proven track record of delivering complex T&D projects from concept through to detailed design.
- Knowledge of substation electrical design and integration with transmission and distribution networks.
- Extensive experience in the design of HV/EHV (11kV–400kV) power systems, equipment, and cables.
- Demonstrated capability in strong leadership, stakeholder management, including clients, suppliers, and contractors.
- Strong understanding of cable installation techniques, design principles, and construction practices.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it is highly desirable.
- Ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings, circuit schematics, and cable system layouts.
- Degree-level qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
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Company
Overview
1909
Year Founded
The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.
£10 billion
Annual Revenues
The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.
FTSE 250
Stock Exchange Ranking
The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.
- It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
- Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
- Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
- An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.
- They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
- They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
- They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
- They prioritize personal safety above all else.
- They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
- They foster a culture of positive communication.
- They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
- They encourage growth and development continuously.
- They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
- They value every individual and their contributions.
Net Zero by 2045 & 2050
Emissions Reduction Targets
Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
50% Emissions Cut by 2030
Carbon Reduction Goal
Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.
40% Waste Reduction
UK Waste Intensity Target
Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.
£3B Social Value by 2025
Community Investment Goal
Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.
- Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
- Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
- Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
- First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle
60% by 2030
Minority Ethnic & Black Representation
Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.
50% by 2030
Female Colleagues
Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.
- Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn
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