Project Engineer Onshore Cable Installation (HVDC Grid Connections, Germany)
Location: Remote, with travel in northern Germany and to Berlin (approx. 10%)
Start: End of 2026
Duration: Until December 2031, extension possible
Workload: Approx. 175 days per year, split equally across two projects
Contract: [Freelance]
About the role
T.I.S. GmbH is looking for a Project Engineer for the onshore cable installation scope of two HVDC grid connection projects in the German Baltic Sea region. You work on the owner’s side for a German transmission system operator and provide the technical review of the cable supplier’s onshore installation campaign. Your assessments are the basis for the client’s technical decisions.
Your tasks
Prepare technical assessments and analyses for the planning and execution of onshore cable installation
Develop and document installation concepts, interface requirements and implementation approaches
Review engineering documents, installation procedures and method statements from the cable supplier and its subcontractors
Clarify engineering, execution and interface topics with the cable supplier and other contractors
Analyse technical and interface risks and propose mitigation measures
Prepare technical recommendations and decision-support documents for the client
Prepare and review technical specifications for cable installation
Document technical findings, quality observations and compliance with standards and permit conditions
What you bring
Degree in a relevant field, such as mechanical, electrical, offshore or subsea engineering
At least 5 years of experience in onshore power cable installation projects in a technical, engineering or project execution role
Demonstrated experience with cable pulling into cable ducts
At least 2 years working on behalf of a transmission system operator or comparable asset owner on onshore transmission or renewable energy projects
Experience with high-voltage or extra-high-voltage onshore cable projects, covering civil works, installation, testing and commissioning
Experience with interfaces between cable systems, substations, permitting and construction
English at C1 level, written and spoken
Knowledge of German construction law and permitting procedures. German language skills are a strong advantage.
How to apply
Upload your CV with project references for each relevant project: subject of the contract, period, client, your role and a short description of your activity. The client assesses candidates on these references.
