Subsea and Underground Cable Expert

afry

Kuala Lumpur, , Malaysia · Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia

Posted May 19, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Energy (Power generation, T&D and Renewables)
Mid-Senior Level

Job description

Company Description AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 18,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have multinational staff of more than 500 working in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) field around the world. In line with our increasing business, we are looking for qualified and experienced candidates for Subsea and Underground Cable Expert to join our APAC T&D team. Job Description Our T&D team assists clients in achieving compliance and efficiency by conducting studies to navigate the design, grid connection and access standards for their energy generation projects. You will become part of a global, tight-knit team of engineers engaged in diverse projects supporting multiple type of international interconnection and grid connection projects (solar, wind, hydro, etc.). Our team also provides technical assistance to Transmission Grid Operators and helps the private sector secure crucial grid investments through expert technical support. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career and play a pivotal role in expanding and shaping the business in Asia-Pacific for a multinational company while supporting clients across Asia, but also Europe, and Africa. Regular working days : Mon-Fri., 8 hours/day, 5 days/week Responsibility: Conduct studies for Cable projects (subsea cable and/or underground cable) : feasibility, design stages, tender design, detailed design; for both HVAC and HVDC Projects primarily in Asia but also in Europe, Middle East, Australia and Africa. Support the Business Development activities by supporting proposals preparation, Clients’ meetings and providing related technical advisory. Prepare comprehensive study reports, ranging from feasibility studies for energy developers to FEED and detailed studies. Deliver high-quality outputs within agreed parameters, formats, and timelines, and review the work of other employees when necessary. Conduct complex assessments, provide specialist advice/solutions and training, conduct technical presentations to internal and external clients. Engage in technical developmental activities, including attending conferences and participating in industry presentations. Qualifications Bachelor/ Master’s degree in electrical engineering. Having 5-10 years of relevant working experience as Cable engineer in HVAC & HVDC underground and subsea cable projects , feasibility/design studies, detailed engineering, site implementation, component engineering and technical support to national transmission utilities Having good communication skills to support Business Development and Clients’ interactions Familiar with international codes and standards relevant to detailed electrical design for Cables and T&D assets such as IEC, IEEE/ANSI, NFPA standards. Demonstrated experience in HVDC / HVAC projects. Any additional proven capabilities in electrical software tools such as Cymcap, etc. is beneficial. Experience working within a Cable supplier/manufacturer, and/or supporting similar projects within technical consultancy companies or experience working for a Utility on Cable assets. Having ability to manage works under time and resources constraints to finish works in time with good quality and having ability to work under pressure Having good logic of thinking, problem solving and willingness working in team. Good level in English communication is mandatory. Additional Information We offer the following to qualified candidates: Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks Competitive salary package Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.