Principal Cable System Design Engineer

Overview

Principal Cables Engineer – T&D at AECOM . This senior leadership role drives technical excellence, leads complex cable projects, and supports strategic client engagement across a broad portfolio of high-voltage infrastructure schemes, spanning both onshore and offshore environments, including HVAC and HVDC applications. Our clients include Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, private developers, and international energy majors across the UK and globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of large-scale HV/EHV cable system projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and innovation throughout the lifecycle.
• Develop and oversee HVAC and HVDC cable system designs, including routing, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical performance modelling.
• Provide expert input into cable system ratings, installation methodologies, jointing arrangem...