Offshore Lead Cables Engineers (Semi State Body).

Our client, a leading semi-state electricity infrastructure organisation, is seeking an experienced Offshore Lead Cables Engineer to join their Engineering and Major Projects team on a 12-month contract basis.The successful candidate will provide specialist engineering leadership for offshore export and inter-array cable systems across major windfarm and grid development projects in Ireland and the UK. This role will involve end-to-end responsibility across design, procurement, installation and commissioning of HV and EHV submarine cable systems, ensuring delivery to the highest technical, safety and commercial standards. Key Benefits12-month contractAlmost full remote (Max of 2 days office contact per month)Opportunity to work on large-scale offshore wind and grid infrastructure projectsExposure to international projects across Ireland and the UKImmediate start availableResponsibilitiesProvide end-to-end engineering expertise for HV and EHV submarine cable systems (typically 66kV–400kV), including both fixed and dynamic applicationsDevelop and review cable system designs including conductor sizing, insulation selection, armouring and sheath configurationsPerform thermal, electrical and mechanical analyses including ampacity calculations and cable rating studiesDefine technical requirements, specifications and acceptance criteria for cables and associated accessories such as joints and terminationsSupport early-stage project development including feasibility and FEED phasesPrepare Employer’s Requirements for submarine cable packagesOversee type testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)Manage engineering interfaces between cable manufacturers, installation contractors, OEMs and internal project teamsProvide input into route engineering, cable burial assessments and protection strategiesReview installation methodologies including cable lay operations, jointing, pull-ins and termination worksSupport offshore installation activities, risk assessments and readiness reviewsLead failure mode analysis, risk mitigation and reliability assessmentsEnsure quality assurance processes are implemented and maintained across cable packagesSupport root cause investigations relating to cable defects or installation issuesEnsure compliance with international standards such as IEC, CIGRE and DNV guidelinesContribute to HSE strategy, risk registers and engineering decision-making processesSupport technical input into tender evaluations, contract negotiations and supplier selectionRepresent the project in technical meetings, design reviews and industry forumsRequirementsMinimum 7–10 years’ experience in HV/EHV submarine cable engineering, offshore wind or transmission infrastructure projectsStrong knowledge of cable design, materials and manufacturing processesExtensive experience in subsea cable installation engineering and marine operations including cable laying, burial campaigns and vessel operationsExperience in technical and commercial evaluation of submarine cable systemsExperience managing contracts and working with cable OEMs, installation contractors and subsea service providersStrong understanding of international standards and offshore HSE requirements (e.g. IEC, DNV, IMCA, CDM)Proven project delivery experience on complex infrastructure or offshore energy projectsStrong stakeholder management, communication and decision-making capabilityAbility to work within multidisciplinary and international project environmentsDegree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (chartership preferred)DesirableExperience with cable modelling tools such as CYMCAP or COMSOLKnowledge of Dynamic Thermal Rating Systems (DTS / RTTR)Experience in subsea surveys and interpretation of geotechnical and geophysical dataUnderstanding of offshore wind farm electrical systems and grid complianceProject Management qualificationFor more information or to apply directly please email [email protected]