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Senior Electrical Engineer

CDM RecruitmentFenham, Newcastle Upon Tyne🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 1 Jun 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

We’re supporting a global engineering organisation delivering complex offshore wind projects, looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Engineer with specialist experience in cable and connector systems.
This is a technically focused role working across high-voltage inter-array cable systems, covering engineering, testing, and offshore commissioning.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in ensuring the integrity, performance, and successful commissioning of offshore cable systems, working closely with both internal teams and external suppliers.
Key areas include: * Engineering input across HV cable and connector systems * Defining termination, testing, and commissioning procedures * Supporting offshore installation and commissioning activities * Coordinating with suppliers and project teams * Specifying and overseeing testing in line with IEC / IEEE / CIGRÉ standards * Supporting fault analysis, diagnostics, and system performance
What They’re Looking For * Experience within offshore wind cable systems * Strong knowledge of connectors, terminations, and commissioning/testing * Understanding of HV testing methods (e.g. VLF, partial discharge, TDR, Tan Delta, DAC) * Familiarity with IEC / IEEE / ISO / CIGRÉ standards * Background working with subsea cables and offshore substations * Comfortable working across both engineering and offshore environments
Chartered status (or working towards) is advantageous.
Why Consider It * Highly specialised role within offshore wind * Involvement in complex, large-scale projects * Opportunity to influence engineering standards and approach * Strong benefits package and long-term progression
Additional Info * Offshore and international travel required * Hybrid working model * Working as part of a global engineering function

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