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Design Engineer – Cable Systems

DEME Group

Breda
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Cable system design
Offshore wind
Electrical engineering
HVAC
HVDC
Power transmission
Technical risk assessment
Project management
Engineering calculations
Supplier management
Commissioning
Troubleshooting
QHSES compliance
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Stakeholder management

Job Description

DEME is searching for a motivated design engineer to reinforce our cable system design team. If you are a young professional with engineering expertise in relevant industry, this is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team of engineers specialized in the successful delivery of cable projects. As a design engineer, you will be leading the cable design aspects of different projects and tenders. Together, we work on DEME’s vision of creating a sustainable future.

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.

Core Responsibilities

Lead the design and engineering activities for offshore wind and subsea cable systems while providing technical support throughout project execution. Ensure compliance with industry standards and support manufacturing, installation, and commissioning activities.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in offshore wind, subsea cables, or electrical infrastructure projects.

Benefits

  • Mobility program
  • Permanent training track
  • Health program
  • Employee wellbeing focus

About DEME Group

Industry: Civil Engineering

Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees

DEME (Euronext Brussels: DEME) is a leading contractor in the fields of offshore energy, dredging and marine infrastructure, and environmental remediation. DEME also engages in concessions activities in offshore wind, marine infrastructure, green hydrogen, and deep-sea mineral harvesting. The company can build on 150 years of experience and is a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, the reduction of emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of mineral resources. DEME can rely on nearly 6,000 highly skilled professionals and operates one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets in the world. DEME realized a turnover of 4.2 billion euros with an EBITDA of 931 million euro in 2025.

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