Location
Glasgow, Edinburgh or Perth, Scotland

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Scotland is at the heart of the UK's energy transition, with major transmission reinforcements, offshore wind developments, HVDC infrastructure and grid modernisation programmes driving unprecedented investment across the Scottish energy network. At WSP, we support many projects defining the next generation of energy infrastructure, helping connect renewable generation, strengthen network resilience and enable Net Zero ambitions across Scotland and the wider UK.
As a Cable Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex HVAC and HVDC cable systems across transmission, distribution, renewable energy and interconnector projects. Working from our Glasgow, Edinburgh or Perth offices, you will join a growing team of specialists combining local Scottish knowledge with the scale and technical expertise of WSP's wider UK and global Energy business.
This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most significant energy infrastructure projects in Scotland while helping to shape and grow a long-term cable engineering capability in the region.

Why join our Scotland Energy Networks team?
- Shape Scotland's Energy Future by delivering transmission and cable infrastructure to connect renewable generation and support Net Zero ambitions.
- Work on landmark HVAC and HVDC projects including onshore and offshore transmission systems, interconnectors and renewable energy developments.
- Build local capability as part of WSP's investment in Scotland, developing a sustainable engineering team across Glasgow, Edinburgh and Perth.
- Work alongside recognised industry specialists across cable systems, substations, power systems, HVDC, offshore engineering and asset management.
- Develop your career with structured professional development, mentoring, Chartership support and progression opportunities.
- Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements combined with local office collaboration.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Energy Networks, Renewable Power, Low Carbon, Environmental, Planning and Asset Management disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and developing HV and EHV cable systems for power transmission and distribution projects, including cable selection, accessories, installation methodologies and system architecture.
- Undertaking cable system studies and technical assessments such as cable ratings, thermal analyses and performance evaluation using tools like CYMCAP.
- Producing high-quality engineering deliverables including calculations, specifications, reports and design documentation.
- Supporting HVAC and HVDC cable solutions for onshore, offshore and interconnector projects.
- Conducting route, site and installation assessments considering technical, environmental and constructability factors.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards, client specifications, safety requirements and environmental regulations.
- Collaborating with project managers, construction teams, manufacturers, contractors and clients to deliver projects successfully.
- Reviewing and approving design modifications and providing technical support through manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning.
- Participating in design reviews, technical audits and quality assurance processes.
- Staying informed on emerging cable technologies, industry developments and engineering best practices.

Experience
- Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or related discipline.
- Proven experience in design, specification, manufacture, testing and implementation of HV and EHV cable systems.
- Experience with HVAC projects and exposure to HVDC schemes is highly advantageous.
- Strong technical knowledge of cable system design, ampacity and rating studies, thermal assessments and installation methodologies, including use of CYMCAP.
- Experience supporting major transmission and distribution infrastructure, renewable energy developments, offshore wind connections or interconnectors.
- Knowledge of relevant international standards and industry best practice including IEC standards, CIGRE guidance and technical specifications.
- Experience in factory acceptance testing, site testing, installation supervision, commissioning and witnessing cable manufacturing, transportation and installation.
- Ability to provide technical leadership and act as subject matter expert within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience engaging with industry working groups, technical committees or professional bodies such as CIGRE, IEEE, EI or IET is advantageous.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites, client locations and manufacturing facilities across the UK and internationally.

About you
- Collaborative approach with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.
- Commitment to helping shape Scotland's future energy network and contributing to the growth of WSP's cable engineering capability.

Qualifications
- Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or demonstrable commitment towards achieving professional registration.
- National Grid BP141 authorisation is desirable; support can be provided to obtain this where appropriate.