Principal Engineer – MV/HV Cable Design

Job description

The post holder will play a key role in TechnipFMC renewables product development directly for the Dynamic Inter Array Cable System (DIAC) for Floating Offshore Wind, and it is expected they will work closely with New Energies.

This role is placed in a dedicated Research & Development team with a strong technical focus – the development and maintenance of MV/HV submarine cable products and power cable elements in hybrid power umbilical products.

In general, the Research & Development function at TechnipFMC is responsible for the development of Umbilical and Power Cable products and their components, providing focused niche technical guidance in:

• Polymers

• Metallurgy

• Electrical Engineering

• Cable/Umbilical Handling

• Product Analysis

We contribute to the direction, co-ordination and implementation of the development of TechnipFMC products.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Principal Engineer – MV/HV Cable Design to join our R&D team.

Acting as a technical authority and responsible for leading the design, development and maintenance of both MV/HV submarine cable products for offshore wind and power cable elements within hybrid power umbilical system, in line with TechnipFMC’s New Product Development and Product Life Maintenance procedures.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for technical deliverables for R&D projects and providing technical support and guidance across the R&D function and to other teams, where appropriate.

• Responsible for setting and maintaining design rules, technical standards and associated documentation requirements.

• Ultimately strengthening the company’s position in the marketplace, reducing costs, improving quality and increasing its product and capabilities portfolio.

Job Description

At technical authority level, to provide technical leadership within the R&D team regarding MV/HV submarine cables. This may include but is not limited to:

• Leading, managing, delivering and documenting specific R&D projects

• The development and maintenance of cable design rules

• Setting standards for technical reports and documentation

• Conducting appropriate cable design calculations studies

• Liaising with internal and external clients and suppliers (as appropriate)

To provide technical support and guidance to the wider R&D team and others (as appropriate) throughout the life cycle of the product, including but not limited to:

• Technical risk identification and client specification reviews

• Non-conformances / Design rule and project concessions

• Complex client technical queries and their solutions

Responsible for:

• Supporting, and where appropriate leading, the development and integration of new technologies, templates, calculations and tools to improve efficiency and quality

• On-job training and mentorship of engineers at all levels

• Taking actions, where appropriate and as directed, to comply with group/team expectations to meet their objectives

You are meant for this job if:

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline – preferably Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; a Physics degree may also be suitable

• Chartered Engineer Status or demonstrable ability to apply within a reasonable time frame

• Extensive relevant experience of high voltage submarine cables in the offshore wind and/or oil & gas sectors, encompassing detailed cable system design, R&D and cable manufacturing processes

• Strong relevant knowledge of:

  • Submarine cable constructions, designs, ratings, limits, manufacturing, installation and operation

  • Tools, methods and industry best practice regarding design and manufacture

  • Client documentation requirements and processes

• Significant knowledge of relevant industry standards relating to:

  • Submarine cable design

  • Qualification, testing

  • Wider offshore wind/subsea industry (e.g., IEC standards and CIGRE recommendations)

• Demonstrable experience of problem solving and working in high pace environments

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Desirable

• A higher degree: MEng or higher in a relevant subject

• Publishing technical papers and/or participation in industry forums and events such as CIGRE working groups or conferences

• Experience delivering against challenging schedules in a project management environment

• Proficient in client interaction and acting as a technical authority

• Knowledge of:

  • HV submarine cable testing (including factory, laboratory, type, R&D, offshore aspects)

  • Offshore installation practices

• Experience with:

  • Engineering tools such as MathCAD or equivalent

  • Cable-specific design and rating tools such as CYMCAP

• Familiarity or experience in Finite Element Analysis tools such as COMSOL is not required but beneficial

• Experience implementing R&D processes and practices with a drive for improvement

What we offer

My Annual Leave

• 25 days + 8 fixed public holidays

My Wealth and Protection

• Critical Illness Cover

• Income Protection

• Life Assurance

• Will Writing

• Workplace ISA

• Group Personal Pension Plan – employer contributions up to 10%

My Health and Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Dental Insurance

• Health Assessments

• Personal Accident Insurance

My Lifestyle

• Electric Vehicle Scheme

• Cycle2Work

• Employee Tech Scheme

• Give as You Earn

• GymFlex

• Holiday Trading

• Personal Travel Insurance

• Perks at Work

My Workplace

• Subsidised Café

• Branded workwear

• Hybrid Working

• Flexible Working Arrangements

• Enhanced Maternity and Parental Leave

• Talent/Management and Leadership Programmes

• Various in-house training opportunities for your personal development

My Giving

• Volunteering opportunities