Cable Puller

Our client is a fast growing, vertically integrated renewable energy company, focused on developing, building and operating large-scale solar and BESS projects. They are currently seeking a Senior Cable Engineer to support project planning, development, and delivery teams for new high voltage connections and private networks.



Establish cable routes considering a variety of installation techniques, de-risk routes through identification of and solution finding for any third-party crossings
Check ICP and transmission contractor cable installations relative to design, relevant standards, and best practice, perform EMF studies.
Oversee and develop cable system design, construction, and commissioning technical specifications
Concept design calculations: perform medium, high and extra high voltage HVAC underground transmission/distribution cable design, including conductor sizing, circuit rating calculations, bonding, and grounding
Issue cable RFPs, assist with bid evaluations, and coordinate with cable vendors
Prepare CAPEX and OPEX estimates for cable installations
Provide expertise and oversight during the construction phase by reviewing RAMs and conducting visual inspections
Support defect rectification, root cause analysis, and fault locating


Minimum of HNC in Electrical Engineering
Extensive knowledge of cable installation and cable design for HV cables (1kV – 400kV AC)
Ability to utilise multiple software tools such as Cymcap, Cableizer, Elek-HV
Expertise in assessing terminations, installations, calculations for cable pulling, cable testing and cable ratings (base load & cyclic)
Knowledge of cable installation types such as trenchless installation auger bore, HDDs, etc.
Self-motivated and highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload across many projects and engineering disciplines
Travel may be required for the role, with occasional overnight stays (site visits, cable route walks, FATs, factory inspections)


Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.



We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.


We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.