Electrical Engineer - (Cable Routing)
Electrical Engineer - (Cable Routing)
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Job Description
What will you be doing
ALTEN UK is seeking a motivated HV Cable Design Engineer to support a major programme in the Power Distribution and Transmission sector contributing to the Great Grid Upgradethe UKs largest energy infrastructure investment. This hands-on role involves the design and routing of high-voltage cable systems offering real-world impact and a gateway into high-integrity engineering environments.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Design and develop high voltage (HV) cable systems including route selection layout and system specification
- Perform detailed thermal rating calculations using CYMCAP or equivalent software tools
- Conduct bonding and pulling calculations to ensure mechanical and electrical reliability of cable installations
- Produce accurate cable route profiles and spatial layouts using QGIS or other GIS-based platforms
- Create detailed electrical design drawings and schematics in AutoCAD or MicroStation
- Interpret and apply DNO standards and ensure all designs comply with regulatory and client requirements
- Prepare high-quality technical reports method statements and documentation to support design decisions
- Ensure adherence to health safety and environmental (HSE) standards throughout the design process
You are...
- Passionate about engineering
- result-oriented
- proactive
Qualifications :
Experience skills and qualifications required:
- Engineers with 2-10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering with a focus on high voltage (HV) systems
- Solid understanding of HV cable design principles and industry practices
- Experience performing thermal cable rating assessments using CYMCAP or comparable tools like ETAP PTW Neplan IPSA DigSILENT or RTDS
- Capable of conducting a wide range of cable system calculations including pulling and bonding analysis
- Skilled in preparing cable routing plans
- Proficient in developing detailed electrical layout and design drawings using AutoCAD or MicroStation
- Familiar with the transmission and distribution networks including system constraints and design standards
- Previous experience working with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and understanding of their processes and requirements
- Curious and self-motivated with a genuine interest in growing within the energy infrastructure sector
Desirable Skills:
- Internship or coursework experience in cable routing site layouts or electrical infrastructure design is beneficial.
- Exposure to energy or industrial projects (nuclear power generation infrastructure) is a bonus but not essential.
Additional Information :
Why join us
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs mentoring programs internal universities and more we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. Were here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow today!
In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- A competitive salary
- Private Medical & Travel Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
- Social atmosphere regular gatherings and team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
