Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Engineer / Senior Engineer - Cable System Design (Transmission & Distribution)
Design and deliver HV/EHV cable systems for transmission & distribution projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning. • Review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs, including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations. • Undertake cable rating and system studies including ampacity, short circuit forces, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference analysis. • Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies. • Collaborate with civil, structural, substation and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions. • Conduct third‑party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities. • Support interface activities with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards. • Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOPs, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸cable engineering
- ▸design review
- ▸cable rating
- ▸installation feasibility
- ▸compliance verification
- ▸client meetings
What You Bring
The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team is looking for experienced Cable System Design Engineers to lead cable projects for HV/EHV transmission and distribution across multiple voltage levels. Engineers will work on innovative infrastructure and energy transition projects, supporting clients such as Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers throughout feasibility, concept, detailed design, installation supervision, and commissioning phases. • Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects; FEED experience essential. • Experience in regulated, quality‑assured environments, preferably with National Grid. • Good understanding of onshore cable routing, cable pulling and mechanical forces, burial risk assessments, protection strategies, electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis, and cable cleating and short‑circuit restraint. • Experience in Quality, Inspection & Test (QIT) of cables and associated systems. • Knowledge of national and international standards, including IEC, CIGRÉ, and NG‑TPs. • Experience with cable system ECI engineering, subsea control and electrical solutions, cable manufacturing and testing, and third‑party inspection and verification. • Proficiency with tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation software. • Minimum HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline; NG Certified – CDAE (Cable Design and Engineering); Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership (desirable).
Requirements
- ▸cable design
- ▸hv/ehv
- ▸feed
- ▸autocad
- ▸cymcap
- ▸cdae
Benefits
AECOM offers a flexible hybrid work model, career development programs, AECOM University, technical practice networks, volunteering days, and a comprehensive benefits suite designed to support employee well‑being and work‑life balance. The company promotes an inclusive culture that values diversity, including neurodiversity, and encourages all employees to bring their whole selves to work. The organization welcomes applicants with transferable skills and provides reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Interested candidates can learn more about the role through LinkedIn or by contacting the recruiter, Francesca Siddle.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time