Director - HV Cable System Design

Director – HV Cable System DesignNot sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.Location: Manchester, United KingdomCompany: JacobsOverviewAt 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, and scientific discovery. As part of our UK and Continental Europe team expanding, we seek a Principal Cable System Engineer to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.ResponsibilitiesDeveloping HV/EHV cabling systems specifications, concept/detailed design and design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required.Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and designPrepare plant and equipment technical specification, power cable route specifications, tender specifications, technical and progress reportsEnsuring 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.Perform design reviews, verification of designEnsuring all project designs are compliant with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company proceduresAssist with temporary works design schemes.Maintain good working relations with client / designer / Team, together with our supply chain.Ensure that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works. 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 qualitySupport factory inspections Test (FAT)Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE departmentAdvise engineers on setting out methods and techniquesPrepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the worksEnsure that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works. Formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the programme to proceed without delayPrepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the worksEnsure that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and qualityQualificationsDegree (or equivalent) in Electrical Power EngineeringPrevious experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sectorExtensive experience in a cable related role supporting FEED design and/or detailed designAble to manage and lead HV/EHV cable designs at all projects stagesExperienced user of CYMCAP to support cable system designExperience of working at EHV transmission voltagesExperience in the design of HV and EHV cable systems, for both HVAC and HVDC systemsFamiliarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processesWorking as CDAE and TP141 authorisationBenefitsPeople are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.EEO StatementAs a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. xpwpeyx If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.#J-18808-Ljbffr