Senior Cable Design Engineer (HV / EHV) Transmission Remote / Hybrid

<p><strong>Senior Cable Design Engineer (HV / EHV)</strong></p><p><strong>Transmission & Distribution Projects</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £dependent on experience + benefits</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Remote / Hybrid (with occasional site travel)</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>ARCA Resourcing is partnering with a specialist engineering business delivering complex transmission and distribution projects across the UK. With increasing demand across HV and EHV cable systems, the business is investing in its in-house design capability. This hire will play a key role in delivering technically robust cable designs and shaping future design standards within the organisation.</p><p></p><p>This isn't just a design role, it's a chance to influence how projects are engineered and delivered.</p><p></p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>You'll take ownership of HV/EHV underground cable system design from concept through to detailed design and construction support.</p><p>Working across multidisciplinary teams, you'll ensure solutions are technically sound, buildable, and aligned to programme and commercial constraints - while acting as a key technical interface with clients and stakeholders.</p><p></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Cable System Design</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver HV/EHV cable system designs (typically 33kV-400kV)</li><li>Undertake cable sizing, selection, and system configuration</li><li>Produce detailed design packages including drawings, layouts, and specifications</li><li>Define cable routes, installation methods, and system layouts</li><li>Specify accessories including joints, terminations, and bonding systems</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Electrical Design & Calculations</strong></p><ul><li>Perform and review key cable calculations including ampacity (CYMCAP), thermal modelling, and short-circuit ratings</li><li>Carry out sheath bonding and induced voltage calculations</li><li>Assess losses, EMF, and overall system performance</li><li>Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and reliability standards</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Installation Engineering</strong></p><ul><li>Develop installation methodologies for cable systems</li><li>Assess pulling tensions, sidewall bearing pressures, and installation constraints</li><li>Define requirements for trenching, ducting, HDD, or tunnelling</li><li>Ensure designs are practical and aligned to site conditions</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Survey Definition & Integration</strong></p><ul><li>Define survey requirements (topographical, PAS128, GI, environmental)</li><li>Review and interpret survey outputs to inform routing and constructability</li><li>Identify gaps or risks in survey data and specify further requirements</li><li>Ensure survey data is fully integrated into design outputs</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Technical Compliance & Assurance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with National Grid, DNO, IEC, and BS standards</li><li>Support technical assurance processes, design reviews, and approvals</li><li>Ensure alignment with CDM and regulatory requirements</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Project & Stakeholder Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with civil, structural, and construction teams</li><li>Align design outputs with programme and delivery constraints</li><li>Act as a technical interface with clients, including National Grid and DNOs</li><li>Support design approvals and technical queries</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Mentoring & Capability Building</strong></p><ul><li>Support and mentor junior engineers and designers</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Essential skills</strong></p><p></p><ul><li>Strong experience in HV/EHV underground cable design (33kV-400kV)</li><li>Proven track record delivering full cable design packages (concept construction)</li><li>Experience working on National Grid and/or UK DNO projects</li><li>Strong capability in cable installation engineering and associated calculations</li><li>Proficiency in tools such as CYMCAP, Cableizer, AutoCAD (or equivalent)</li><li>Strong understanding of cable systems, accessories, and bonding</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Desirable skills</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)</li><li>Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)</li><li>Experience supporting construction or commissioning phases</li><li>Experience in trenchless installation methods (HDD, microtunnelling)</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Development & Progression</strong></p><p>This role offers a clear route into Lead or Principal Engineer level, with increasing responsibility across technical leadership, design governance, and client engagement.</p><p></p><p>For more information, please apply via the link below for immediate consideration!</p><p></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VZ6agKFPods8QR%2fC8gtnzfF7k4brJSp5l" width="0" height="0" />