Cable System Design Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

Cable System Design Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Full-time State/Province: Newcastle upon Tyne Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited Business Line: Energy Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: UK - Newcastle-upon-Tyne Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're 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 the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Start here. Grow here. Are you ready to grow your career within a dynamic Transmission & Distribution team and work on some of the biggest projects across the UK & Ireland? If so, join us! We are seeking experienced Cable System Design Engineers to join our growing Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. You will play a key role in delivering a range of cable system projects across multiple voltage levels, serving clients including Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. You will get the chance to work on innovative and varied projects throughout the entire lifecycle - from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, installation supervision, and commissioning of onshore infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting infrastructure and energy transition projects in the world. Here’s what you will do: Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning Review complex HVAC and HVDC 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 Conduct third-party inspections and support FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning activities Support the interface activity with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors to verify compliance with IEC, CIGRÉ, National Grid TPs, and other international standards Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOPs, and multidisciplinary coordination Enjoy the Perks. At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for: Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects. FEED experience is essential. Experience in regulated, quality-assured environments, preferably with National Grid experience. Good understanding of onshore cable routing Cable pulling and