Electrical Engineer - Cable Sizing/Routing

About the Position

Electrical Engineer - Cable Sizing/Routing

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world-today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cable routing structures for power, I&C (Instrumentation and Control), and other electrical systems.
• Interpret layout and electrical diagrams to ensure accurate and compliant routing from origin to endpoint.
• Support senior engineers in the layout and integration of cable trays, ducts, and penetrations across facilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cable routing aligns with system architecture and site requirements.
• Perform basic checks for separation, bundling, and interconnectivity to ensure compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Contribute to documentation and support handover preparation for routed cabling systems.

Requirements

• 2-12 years of experience in an electrical engineering or related field.
• Understanding of cable types including power cables, control cables, and I&C cables.
• Interest in working within highly regulated and technical environments such as energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with routing tools, schematics, and physical layout coordination is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn from experienced engineering teams.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience in cable routing, site layouts, or electrical infrastructure design is beneficial.
• Exposure to energy or industrial projects (nuclear, power generation, infrastructure) is a bonus but not essential.

We Offer

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

About the Company

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.