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# Principal Cable System Design Engineer

- **Company:** AECOM
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://es.trabajo.org/oferta-4021-82d10212d8636192df263221009a2654

## About the Role

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. Qualifications Qualifications 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 mechanical forces - Cable burial risk assessments and protection strategies - Electromagnetic, thermal, and stability analysis - Cable cleating and short circuit restraint - Experience in Quality, Inspection & Test (QIT) of cables and associated systems. - Knowledge of national and international standards, including IEC, CIGRÉ, and NG-TPs. - Experience with: - Cable system ECI engineering - Subsea control and electrical solutions - Cable manufacturing and testing - Third-party inspection and verification - Experience with tools such as CYMCAP, WinCable, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and mechanical simulation tools. - Fluent English and Spanish (spoken and written). Desirable Certifications & Qualifications - A minimum



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