Sr Engineer, High Voltage Cable Design

Salary: Confidential

Location: Huntersville, North Carolina

Posted: March 03 2025

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Available

Job description:

The Senior Engineer, High Voltage Cable Design will be responsible for designing and analyzing underground high-voltage transmission cable systems, developing engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design complete high-voltage cable systems, including grounding details, bonding schemes, and fiber optic components for voltage classes up to 500kV.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in the electro-mechanical behavior of high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) cable systems.
  • Develop engineering drawings, production specifications, and technical documentation to meet customer requirements.
  • Lead technical presentations and training sessions for clients and industry forums.
  • Support manufacturing processes, including test planning and troubleshooting production issues.
  • Drive Research & Development (R&D) initiatives to enhance cable systems and materials.
  • Ensure compliance with IEEE, IEC, AEIC, and NEC standards.
  • Work closely with sales, project management, and installation teams to provide engineering support.

Qualifications:

Must-Haves:

  • 10+ years of proven experience in High Voltage Underground Cable Design.
  • Expertise in Cymcap software for thermal analysis and power transmission calculations.
  • Strong technical knowledge of underground power transmission engineering, including electrical, thermal, and mechanical design.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and electrical simulation tools (COMSOL, MATLAB).
  • Ability to interact with customers and lead technical presentations.

Nice-To-Haves:

  • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Knowledge of power cable testing processes and HV/EHV cable accessories.
  • Experience with programming tools like Visual Basic for spreadsheet automation.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

  • Be a key contributor in the design and development of cutting-edge high-voltage transmission solutions.
  • Work in a leadership role, mentoring junior engineers and guiding project direction.
  • Hybrid work model with flexible remote options.
  • Engage with industry leaders and contribute to next-generation power transmission technology.

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