Associate Director - Cables

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The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineering team provides a range of services from the initial concept through Power Systems Analysis, Cabling, Substations, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, System Balancing and Compensation, Protection Systems, SCADA, Communications, Converter Station Design, HVDC Systems and Interconnectors including overseas links.

AECOM and its joint venture partner have been appointed as design and consenting service partners for the UK National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership. Part of a £9bn Enterprise partnership that will connect clean energy to homes and businesses across England and Wales by 2030. Would you like to be part of this? This role will provide you with the opportunity to have a significant impact on the delivery of this ground breaking project.

Start Here. Grow Here.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Transmission & Distribution team dedicated to leading and engaging with our clients to deliver technically challenging multi-disciplinary projects.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead cables design technical discussions with the client and internal multi-disciplinary teams to establish scopes, define interfacing and ensure delivery.

• Lead the technical delivery with engineering teams by agreeing approach, supporting scope understanding, monitoring progress and quality checking of deliverables prior to issue to client.

• Ensure the delivery of full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning.

• Review complex HVAC and HVDC cable system designs, including route development, burial risk assessments, thermal, electromagnetic, and mechanical calculations.

• Collaborate with civil, structural, substation and OHL teams to ensure fully integrated solutions.

• Take ownership of detailed engineering documentation and oversee project execution, providing technical guidance to the team.

• Ensure design submissions comply with codes, standards, and quality requirements

• 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.

• Demonstrate commercial awareness to carry out proposal development, monitor/manage project costs and enable opportunity identification.

• Build client relationships, understanding client requirements and perspectives, building trust and adopting a client orientated project delivery mindset.

• Mentor and develop more junior staff to build team capability and capacity over the medium and long term.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Degree qualified in electrical or power systems engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in Cable System Design Engineering for HV/EHV transmission and distribution projects. FEED experience is essential.
• Demonstrated experience on working in a senior position within complex, multi-discipline projects and meeting delivery requirements for UK & Ireland clients
• Working experience with the National Grid projects is advantageous
• Proven client relationship management and business development skills
• Chartership & Lead CDAE/CDAE certifications are advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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