Job Description

Let's secure the future of energy.


You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.


We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.


This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. #You'll enjoy working with others, sometimes at client sites, sometimes from our offices. Our team is currently delivering work across the Transmission and Distribution sectors across the UK as well as supporting other Energy and infrastructure business sectors such as offshore wind and HVDC interconnectors. As such we are recruiting a Principal HV Cable Design Engineer. The right individual will play a key part in maintaining our best in class reputation and be part of an integrated team.


Reporting to the HV Cable Specialist you will be working within our Energy Networks team. Our offices are based in Epsom, London, Birmingham, Leeds and Glasgow but the role is flexible and UK wide. Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role.

Your Purpose:

Act as cable engineer in the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects. Deliver Concept design, FEED, feasibility and Detailed design projects and bids for clients. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the scope, budget and timescale requirements to the satisfaction of the client. Produce or review the HV cable aspects of different projects including onshore cable projects, offshore export cables and interconnectors. Deliver bids and tenders within tight deadlines as part of a tender team and producing HV cable aspects of technical offers. Attend design review and Hazard review meetings and produce HV cable design packages as required. Attending site visits, FAT and SAT and commissioning as required. Communication skills along with teamworking attributes. Customer focused when dealing with customers, identifying their needs along with business development skills. Participation in Industry working groups such as CIGRE, IEEE. Development of external and internal relationships.

What you can bring:

Qualifications-

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience. Chartered Engineer through the IET is desirable.
Essential Criteria-

Experience in the design, manufacture and testing of HV cables for use in HVAC and HVDC projects both onshore and offshore. Experience in HV cable system design and ratings (CYMCAP). An understanding of IEC cable standards and CIGRE technical policies, its suite of technical specifications and supporting documentation. Experience of witnessing 3rd party cable activities such as test, installation, transport etc. Experience of large, technically complex cable projects. Experience of Working Groups and Technical committees such as CIGRE and IEEE. The willingness to travel as projects or clients dictate.

Why work for AtkinsRealis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.


Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.


We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRealis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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