Director - HV Cable System Design

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Cable System Engineer to lead design efforts for high-voltage cable system projects. The role involves developing specifications, conducting technical calculations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Power Engineering and experience in the energy sector. The company offers competitive benefits and emphasizes work-life balance and flexibility.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Paid volunteering time

Qualifications

• Experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sector.
• Extensive experience in a cable-related role supporting FEED design and/or detailed design.
• Able to manage and lead HV/EHV cable designs at all project stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design delivery for Cable System Projects up to 400kV.
• Develop HV/EHV cabling system specifications and detailed designs.
• Ensure all project designs comply with relevant regulations and procedures.

Skills

HV/EHV cabling system specifications

Technical support on HV cable system

Design reviews and verification

Health, safety, and environmental best practices

Education

Degree in Electrical Power Engineering

Tools

CYMCAP

Job description

Principal Cable System Engineer

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Cable System Engineer to support a range of high‑profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio, including high‑voltage AIS and GIS substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.

You will lead the design delivery for Cable System Projects up to 400kV, from the tendering stage through to project handover.

Responsibilities

• Develop HV/EHV cabling system specifications, concept/detailed design, design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required.
• Provide technical support on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design.
• Prepare plant and equipment technical specifications, power cable route specifications, tender specifications, technical and progress reports.
• Ensure correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions, attend and conduct internal and external meetings with colleagues, clients and subcontractors.
• Perform technical calculations including cable size, rating calculations, TMF and EMF calculations, sheath‑induced voltage calculations and other.
• Perform design reviews and verification of design.
• Ensure all project designs comply with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company procedures.
• Assist with temporary works design schemes.
• Maintain good working relations with client, designer, team and supply chain.
• Ensure drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works; formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the programme to proceed without delay.
• Ensure inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality.
• Support factory inspections and tests (FAT).
• Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department.
• Advise engineers on setting‑out methods and techniques.
• Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for control of the works.

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Power Engineering.
• Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sector.
• Extensive experience in a cable‑related role supporting FEED design and/or detailed design.
• Able to manage and lead HV/EHV cable designs at all project stages.
• Experienced user of CYMCAP to support cable system design.
• Experience of working at EHV transmission voltages.
• Experience in the design of HV and EHV cable systems for both HVAC and HVDC systems.
• Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes.
• Working as CDAE and TP141 authorisation.

Benefits

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees also receive free single medical cover, digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We give back to communities through our Collectively programme which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area. We discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and the business.

We value collaboration, safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and we champion diversity. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and Find Your Community initiatives.

As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.