Assistant Cabling Design Engineer - Glasgow

About the role Balfour Beatty are looking for an Assistant Cabling Design Engineer to join their Power T&D business in Motherwell. Role Purpose The position involves carrying out the design of high‑voltage and extra‑high‑voltage power cable systems with detailed design information, initially to allow cost estimating of proposed systems and following receipt of an order to carry out the contract engineering. What you’ll be doing Accountabilities * Assist in the design of cable systems ranging from 11 kV to 400 kV, considering load capacity and network constraints. * Support the preparation of design drawings and documentation required for cable system installation. * Contribute to project design activities to help meet client, programme, and quality requirements. * Assist with cable installation design activities, including pulling tension calculations and thermo‑mechanical force assessments. * Support electrical design activities such as current rating calculations, earthing designs, and induced voltage calculations. * Liaise with suppliers to obtain technical data and assist with checking cables, accessories, trench backfill materials, and associated installation components. * Apply client enquiry specifications and drawings with guidance from senior engineers. * Communicate with client representatives, estimators, and construction teams as required to support design development. Maintain accurate design records and ensure compliance with relevant standards and procedures. Who we’re looking for * Degree (or working towards a degree) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. * Some knowledge or exposure to HV/EHV power systems (11 kV to 400 kV) and cable systems is desirable. * Basic understanding of cable system electrical engineering principles. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics. * Awareness of cable installation techniques and design procedures. * Willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary design team. Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits: * Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. * 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) * Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave * Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more… About us Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on‑going maintenance, our in‑house experts, flexible resources and industry‑leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/ We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com J-18808-Ljbffr