... or submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints ...
... or submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints ...
... or submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints ...
... or submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints ...
... submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans to meet budget constraints, design ...
... submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans to meet budget constraints, design ...
... submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans to meet budget constraints, design ...
... submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans to meet budget constraints, design ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The position requires leading teams of cable engineers, cable jointers, and transmission engineers on activities associated with the installation and repair of submarine cable systems. This position ...
The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer ... Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The ...
The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer ... Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The ...
The NOC Senior Engineer is responsible for monitoring and maintaining subsea cable systems, optical ... Monitor submarine cable systems, perform operational health checks, support for cable faults.
The NOC Senior Engineer is responsible for monitoring and maintaining subsea cable systems, optical ... Monitor submarine cable systems, perform operational health checks, support for cable faults.
Assistant Civil Engineer - Underground Submarine Cables (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$71K - $110K/yr
Description The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed ... Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The ...
Assistant Civil Engineer - Underground Submarine Cables (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$71K - $110K/yr
Description The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed ... Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The ...
Technical Program Manager II, Subsea Cable Engineering, Cloud Networking
New York, NY · On-site
$141K - $182K/yr
Experience with submarine cable deployment. Preferred qualifications: * 2 years of experience ... We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we ...
Technical Program Manager II, Subsea Cable Engineering, Cloud Networking
New York, NY · On-site
$141K - $182K/yr
Experience with submarine cable deployment. Preferred qualifications: * 2 years of experience ... We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we ...
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$39K - $51K
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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level submarine cable engineer in the United States is $86,669.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Job description
The Staff Cable Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including underground, trenchless and/or submarine power cable lines. The Staff Cable Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
- Performs cable design for projects from the conceptual phase through design completion, including routing, duct bank design, conductor selection, splice vault design, cost estimating, and termination structure coordination.
- Modifies and reviews power line components based on project needs and client requirements.
- Prepares materials necessary for cable construction: technical specifications and data sheets, Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Performs calculations necessary for cable design, including alignment, cable ampacity, cable pulling, etc.
- Applies strong knowledge of commonly used underground powerline engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the distribution and transmission engineering services industry.
- Researches and compiles project-related data as required by project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes technical specifications.
- Researches and interprets industry standards and applies basic knowledge of those standards to project needs.
- Updates drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made using multiple CAD-related software tools.
- Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airport, educational, commercial, governmental, and military facilities.
- Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
- Bachelor Degree in Civil/Structural, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of relevant engineering experience, consulting preferred Required or
- Bachelor Degree in Civil/Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of relevant engineering experience, consulting preferred Required
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong knowledge of Cables equipment design codes (e.g. IEEE, AEIC, ICEA).
- Knowledge of underground and/or submarine cables construction methods and cable system equipment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
- Basic knowledge of navigating common CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D), and/or cable pulling and ampacity analysis programs.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.
- Strong knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred
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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.
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Civil engineering construction
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10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Kansas City, MO, US
Year founded
1898