Technical Director – Energy

As a Technical Director – HV Cable Engineering , you will act as a recognised Subject Matter Expert (SME) for HV/EHV cable systems across complex Transmission & Distribution programmes. This role requires a CDAE qualification and carries accountability for technical authority, assurance, and strategic leadership across cable engineering. You will: Act as the technical authority / SME for HV and EHV cable systems (HVAC & HVDC) across onshore and offshore projects. Provide strategic technical leadership and governance across multi‑disciplinary delivery teams, ensuring engineering solutions meet client, contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements. Lead technical assurance activities , including design reviews, peer reviews, technical approvals, and independent checking of HV cable system designs. Own and drive technical risk management , ensuring early identification, clear communication, and effective mitigation of cable‑related risks. Define and oversee HV cable system design philosophies , including ratings, installation methods, bonding systems, earthing, and system integration. Ensure compliance with IEC cable standards, CIGRE technical guidance, and utility specifications , embedding best practice across delivery. Support work‑winning and bid activities , providing senior technical input into proposals, specifications, technical clarifications, and client presentations. Build and maintain senior client relationships , acting as a trusted technical advisor to utilities, asset owners, and project sponsors. Provide technical oversight and coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and remote delivery teams where required. Represent WSP in industry forums and working groups (e.g. CIGRE, IEEE), strengthening WSP’s technical credibility and external profile. Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, contributing to capability development, succession planning, and technical excellence across the business. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS (MANDATORY) CDAE – Certified Design Authority Engineer (This is a mandatory requirement for the role.) Degree in Electrical / Power Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline. Extensive experience in HV/EHV cable engineering , covering design, manufacture, testing, installation, and commissioning. Strong expertise in HVAC and HVDC cable systems , including both onshore and offshore applications. Proven experience acting as a technical authority / SME , providing governance and assurance on complex T&D projects. In‑depth knowledge of IEC cable standards, CIGRE publications, and utility technical specifications . Demonstrable experience in cable system design and ratings , including use of tools such as CYMCAP or equivalent. Strong understanding of bonding systems, earthing, short‑circuit calculations, cable layouts, and system integration . Experience witnessing and advising on third‑party cable activities , including factory acceptance testing, transport, installation, and site execution. Ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders , asset managers, and project directors. DESIRABLE Chartered Engineer status (or working towards). Experience providing technical leadership on major utility frameworks or large infrastructure programmes . Track record of supporting bid and proposal activities at senior technical level. Active involvement in industry technical committees or working groups. BGV: Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.