What does a cable engineer do?
Cable Engineer Job Profile
Cable Engineers design and deliver reliable cable systems for power and communications—onshore, offshore, and subsea. They size conductors, plan routes, manage interfaces, and ensure safe installation, termination, and testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform cable sizing/ampacity, sheath bonding, and thermal/short-circuit studies
- Develop routes, crossings, and trench/protection concepts; produce drawings and BOQs
- Specify HV/MV/subsea/export/array cables and accessories; review vendor designs
- Plan installation methods (pulling, laying, jointing) and write method statements
- Oversee FAT/SAT and site tests (VLF, PD, OTDR); troubleshoot faults
- Manage interfaces with civil, electrical, telecoms, and marine contractors
- Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE/DNV and utility or TSO standards
Qualifications, Skills, and Qualities
We've broken down some skills and experience based on seniority so you know more about career prospects.
Entry Level
Entry Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering from an accredited university.
- Foundational knowledge of electrical principles, materials science, and physics.
- Familiarity with design software (e.g., AutoCAD) and simulation tools.
- Understanding of basic manufacturing processes and quality control methods.
- Internship or co-op experience in power systems, telecommunications, or manufacturing is highly valued.
Intermediate Level
- 3-5 years of experience in cable design, manufacturing, or quality assurance.
- Proficiency in cable design principles for specific applications (e.g., power, data, subsea, or industrial).
- Experience with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ICEA, UL, IEEE).
- Ability to conduct product testing, analyze data, and troubleshoot cable performance issues.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage timelines and cross-functional
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