Senior Associate Director HV Cable System Design Engineer

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact Lead the design delivery for Cable System Projects up to 400kV, from the tendering stage through to project handover. Develop HV/EHV cabling systems specifications, concept/detailed design, design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required. Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design. Prepare plant and equipment technical specifications, power cable route specifications, tender specifications, technical and progress reports. Ensure correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions involved in the projects, attend and conduct internal and external meetings with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors. Perform technical calculations including cable size, rating calculations, TMF and EMF calculations, sheath induced voltage calculations and other. Conduct design reviews and verification of design. Ensure all project designs are compliant with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company procedures. Assist with temporary works design schemes. Maintain good working relations with client, designer, team and supply chain. Ensure that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works and formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the programme to proceed without delay. Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality. Support factory inspections Test (FAT). Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department. Advise engineers on setting out methods and techniques. Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works. Support factory inspections (FAT) and ensure all project designs are compliant with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company procedures. What you'll need Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Power Engineering. Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sector. Extensive experience in a cable related role supporting FEED design and/or detailed design. Able to manage and lead HV/EHV cable designs at all project stages. Experienced user of CYMCAP to support cable system design. Experience of working at EHV transmission voltages. Experience in the design of HV and EHV cable systems, for both HVAC and HVDC systems. Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes. Why Jacobs? People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service; family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of the employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement for relevant professional development and memberships. We give back to our communities through the Collectively program, which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.Work‑life balance and flexibility are a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. Jacobs is an equal opportunity employer – we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for the role, in line with the UK Equality Act 2010. #J-18808-Ljbffr