About the Role
Mott MacDonald is seeking an experienced High Voltage (HV) Transmission Cables Engineer to join its expanding Transmission & Distribution division. The role focuses on the design and delivery of transmission cable systems for major energy infrastructure projects, including underground interconnectors and offshore wind farms.
Key Responsibilities
Design HVAC and HVDC transmission cable systems for onshore and offshore projects.
Integrate HV cables into substations, converter stations, and grid networks.
Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost analyses.
Deliver Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) solutions.
Lead cable system design during consenting stages and coordinate with civil and environmental teams.
Produce tender-stage and detailed construction-stage cable system designs.
Troubleshoot issues during installation, operation, and maintenance.
Stay updated on advancements in HV cable materials, insulation, and transmission technologies.
Essential Requirements
Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience in transmission cable systems engineering.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities related to transmission power cable systems.
Ability to tackle new challenges and work independently.
Strong report-writing and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable Requirements
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience with both onshore and offshore transmission cable systems.
Experience working with UK and Ireland utility cable projects.
Experience with HVAC and HVDC cable transmission system
Flexible working
At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.
Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:
Employment Compliance Requirement
As part of our global compliance requirements, all candidates must hold a valid Right to Work (RTW) document in India, which will be verified during the recruitment process.
Acceptable documents include a Passport, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate.By applying, you confirm that you can provide valid documentation if and when required.Voter ID
Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned engineering, development and management consultancy, with more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. We plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. Our core strength is using our expertise to overcome complex challenges, for the benefit of our clients and the communities they serve.
This infrastructure connects new and existing communities, it improves access to a wider range of amenities and vital public services, powers sustainable economic growth, and builds greater environmental resilience. These projects address some of society’s biggest challenges, and from their scope to their scale, they are as diverse as they are complex.
Through our global network of specialists, we apply excellence and innovation to overcome these challenges. The culture we have created at Mott MacDonald is integral to this. It enables our brilliant people to thrive in a nurturing environment, collaborating with and learning from our industry leaders to develop pioneering solutions and build technical expertise in their fields.
With this approach, we achieve transformative social outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve – from accessibility, to inclusion, empowerment, resilience and wellbeing. These are at the heart of our purpose, and the forefront of our minds in everything that we do.
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