Cable Engineer

CompanyGattaca

LocationLondon Area, United Kingdom

Posted At3/6/2026

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Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

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Description

Cable Engineer (HV & MV Systems)

Contract Duration: 1 July 2026 – 31 January 2027 (with potential extension)

Hours: 40 per week (8 per day)

Location: Swindon, London, Hybrid

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Our client, an offshore wind Developer is recruiting for Cable Engineer with strong technical expertise in inter array and export cable systems (HV & MV) to support the engineering, design and delivery of large‑scale energy infrastructure projects. This role will work across development, construction and operational phases, supporting Engineering and Package Management teams to ensure safe, reliable and compliant cable system performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise for HV and MV cable systems, including design review, rating, testing and performance assurance.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for component failures.
Prepare and review technical documentation, supporting tendering, contracting, and procurement activities.

Manage cable related electrical works on construction sites.

Act as technical lead for supplier and product prequalification, including factory audits.

Apply and further develop internal standards, regulations, and best‑practice guidelines.

Deliver structured reporting and support process and procedure development.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams supporting substations, foundations and SCADA interface work.

Ensure robust through‑life design of cable assets and compliance with technical specifications.

Support development of cable system specifications and manage TQ clarifications.

Coordinate interfaces across major construction packages.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Several years of experience as a cable component specialist.
Strong expertise in cable rating, design and testing; ideally from a manufacturer or large developer environment.
Proven experience writing technical specifications and engaging in technical negotiations.

Fluent English language skills.

This contract begins July 2026 for an initial six month period, with the potential to extend through the full project lifecycle.

If you are a Cable Engineer looking for your next high impact contract role, I would love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.