Design Engineer – Cable Systems

Your responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering activities for offshore wind, inter-array, export and interconnector cable systems.
• Provide technical support throughout project execution and tender activities.
• Review and verify cable system designs, calculations and supplier deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and relevant industry standards such as IEC, ISO, DNV and CIGRE.
• Support cable ampacity studies, short-circuit assessments and electrical system evaluations.
• Verify cable type testing, qualification programmes and certification requirements.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Support technical clarifications during tender phases and provide engineering input for cost estimates and schedules.
• Assist manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in FATs, mock-ups and offshore testing campaigns.
• Perform site visits and offshore assignments to support troubleshooting and project delivery.
• Contribute to HAZID, HAZOP, lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with DEME's QHSES standards and safety culture.

Your profile

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in offshore wind, subsea cables, power transmission or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of HVAC and/or HVDC cable systems is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with offshore electrical infrastructure, cable design principles and industry standards.
• Experience working with suppliers, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured engineering mindset.
• Comfortable working in an international project environment and interacting with various stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally and occasionally support offshore activities.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• A proactive team player who combines ownership, collaboration and a continuous improvement mindset.

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with growth opportunities.
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.