Subsea Cable Systems Engineer: Field Installations & Faults

BT; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is looking for an engineer to support Subsea Cable Systems, ensuring fault rectification, safety, and operational effectiveness. The role involves hands-on engineering tasks in extreme marine environments, focusing on installation, maintenance, and safety management of submarine cables. Candidates should have a solid understanding of subsea technology and experience in related fields. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Understanding of subsea network technology and operations.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and manage performance of submarine cable systems.
• Experience with optical transmission testing and investigation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a member of the Subsea Engineering Team for installation, repair, and any required tasks.
• Work away from home for extended periods in varied environments like rivers and seas.
• Operate and maintain high-capacity transmission plant and services.

Skills

Subsea Network Technology understanding

Subsea Network Operations and Management

Optical Transmission Equipment Operations

Optical Transmission Testing and Investigation

Strong understanding of IT networking

Power feed Equipment Operations

Subsea Fault Location (Optical and Electrical)

Use of hand tools

UK Driving Licence

Risk Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Coaching

Team Working

Good Communication

Working with minimum supervision

Job description

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is looking for an engineer to support Subsea Cable Systems, ensuring fault rectification, safety, and operational effectiveness. The role involves hands-on engineering tasks in extreme marine environments, focusing on installation, maintenance, and safety management of submarine cables. Candidates should have a solid understanding of subsea technology and experience in related fields. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure.