HV Underground Transmission Engineer

1 week ago


Winnipeg, Canada Jacobs Full time

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact The energy industry, particularly transmission grids, is undergoing major changes to accommodate regional and global demand growth, decarbonization and energy transition targets. Underground and subsea cable technology are increasingly becoming a major player in this energy paradigm shift to enable large‑scale and long‑distance power transmission. Duties for this position include but are not limited to Develop HV/EHV cabling systems specifications, concept/detailed design and design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required. Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design. Prepare specifications, power cable route specifications, reports and progress reports. Confirm correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions involved in the projects. Attend and conduct internal and external meetings with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors. Support factory inspections (FAT). Perform technical calculations including cable size, rating calculations, electromechanical and thermomechanical forces and EMF calculations, heat‑induced voltage calculations. Perform design reviews and verification of design. Confirm that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works; formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the program to proceed without delay. Confirm that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the specifications, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality. Here's what you'll need Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical or related engineering discipline from a recognized institution. Master’s degree is preferred. Minimum 8 years of direct experience with underground and/or subsea cable design and installation. Ability to work with cable design software such as CYMCAP. Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as IEC, IEEE and CIGRE. Experience working with major global cable OEMs. Ability and willingness to travel within North America. Ideally, you’ll also have Experience with HVDC and subsea cable technologies. Professional Engineer (PE or PEng) license or ability to obtain within 6 months. Active or ongoing involvement in power cable‑related working groups and standards committees such as ICC or CIGRE. Salary range Minimum: $138,700.00Upper: $189,000.00 We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations, enabling them to deliver their best work. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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