Offshore Cable Project​/Mechanical Engineer; Energy

Offshore Cable Project / Mechanical Engineer (Energy)

At WSP, we are leaders in supporting energy infrastructure projects across the UK and globally. We are seeking an Offshore Cable Project / Mechanical Engineer to join our team of over 480 engineering professionals.

As an Offshore Cable Project / Mechanical Engineer, you will provide day‑to‑day hardware design expertise to the Offshore Cables Engineering team, make key technical decisions, and support Project Managers and the Lead Offshore Engineer with deliverables specific to HVAC / HVDC Offshore Cable elements. The role is client‑facing and requires strong communication skills.

• Conduct detailed design engineering for new projects, collaborating with other departments to ensure understanding of all customer and project requirements.
• Support the Project Manager with progress updating of Engineering Deliverables throughout the project lifecycle and provide updates to monthly reporting.
• Provide support and guidance to junior team members and transfer knowledge.
• Review client specifications, vendor documentation, and engage with vendors as required.
• Travel to client’s offices or site alongside potential vendor engagement.

• Electrical and mechanical design documents, calculations, specifications, and report writing for HVAC and HVDC cables in accordance with industry standards.
• Pull‑in calculations and windfarm layout designs.
• General arrangement drawings, scope of supply drawings, and cable accessories specification generation.
• Cable protection system specification generation to support procurement activities.
• Installation, operation, and maintenance procedure or guideline generation.

• Understanding of HVAC Inter Array Cable and Export cable design, specifications, and requirements for 66kV – 132kV HVAC cables.
• Experience with HVDC Interconnectors up to 525kV, including design basis, reports, and current rating calculations.
• Knowledge of cable cores, sheath, armour, and outer layers, and ability to perform static and dynamic cable calculations.
• Strong coordination and interface skills with internal departments, vendors, and clients.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and other cable analysis software packages.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Our hybrid working policy allows you to work from home two days a week while providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging rewarding careers by supporting people to bring their authentic selves to work.

We are committed to supporting our people with Thrive programme, virtual GP service, and flexible benefits such as gym membership discounts and menopause support.

We offer the “WSP My Hour” for personal activities, part‑time and flexible working arrangements, and the option to use bank holidays.

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.