Cable System Design Engineer

Apply for the Cable System Design Engineer role at AECOM. Company Description At AECOM, we are delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are a trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build lasting legacies. Job Description We are seeking ambitious Cable System Design Engineers to join our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team and develop their careers. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering cable system projects across multiple voltage levels for Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. Responsibilities Contribute to the delivery of full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning. Assist with the review of complex HV cable system designs, including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations. Undertake cable rating and system studies including ampacity, short circuit forces, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference analysis. Carry out cable pulling, jointing, cleating, and installation feasibility studies. Collaborate with civil, structural, substation and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions. Support third‑party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities. Be part of interface activity with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards. Benefits At AECOM, you’ll enjoy core and personalized benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, including career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Qualifications Some experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects. FEED experience is essential. A demonstrated understanding of onshore cable routing, cable pulling and mechanical forces, cable burial risk assessments and protection strategies, electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis, cable cleating and short circuit restraint, and knowledge of working within national and international standards (IEC, CIGRÉ, NG‑TPs). Experience with cable system ECI engineering, subsea control and electrical solutions, cable manufacturing and testing, third‑party inspection and verification, and ideally tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation tools. Desirable Certifications & Qualifications A minimum HNC qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership. Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more. For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn, Francesca Siddle. Equal Opportunity We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr