Calais, 62, FR, 62225
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AND QUALIFICATION ENGINEER
Nexans is a global player in energy transition. Our purpose: ELECTRIFY THE FUTURE.
For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet. With around 25,000 people in 38 countries, the Group is leading the charge to the new world of electrification: safer, sustainable, renewable, decarbonized and accessible to everyone. In 2020, Nexans generated 5.7 billion euros in standard sales.
For more information, please visit www.nexans.com
As part of the reinforcement of the R&D and Qualification team in Nexans Calais site, we are looking for a candidate for the position of :
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AND QUALIFICATION ENGINEER M/F
Purpose of the position:
Identify and develop new product and materials and processes for HVAC/HVDC transmission systems using extruded cables.
Main tasks:
Post holder is responsible to :
- Actively research and develop product and materials and processes for the manufacture and installation of high voltage cables or accessories;
- Develop new test benches and experimental procedures;
- Be responsible for monitoring and conducting electrical and non-electrical tests for the qualification of high voltage cables systems;
- Define and supervise qualification programs carried out internally or in external laboratories;
- Prepare design reviews, write technical files (product specifications, identification and test files, credibility files, etc.);
- Define experimental devices and schedule in coordination with his/her hierarchy.
- Manage a team of test technicians, with the possibility of supervising "Post Doc";
- Contribute to the implementation of multi-physics simulation means, with the collaboration of NRC, Nexans Norway and/or other partners;
- Promote Nexans' technical expertise in HVAC/HVDC (writing and presenting publications, participating in conferences);
- Manage the allocated budget;
- Participate and make proposals (cost reduction, products improvement’s, etc...);
- Monitor the budget and the adequacy between performance and objectives.
Profile required:
Electrical/Physical engineer degree or equivalent experience in High Voltage
Skills :
- In-depth knowledge of experimental laboratory techniques in a high voltage environment;
- R&D methodology: ability to solve technical problems, understand technical characteristics and provide technical solutions through theoretical and/or experimental work
- Project management: ability to get involved in a project, to provide results with a good follow-up of the constraints: schedules, deliverables, reporting, risks, setting priorities;
- Knowledge of scientific calculation tools (such as Comsol, Mathematica, ...) is a plus.
Soft skills:
- Team spirit
- Ability to listen
- Rigour
- Autonomy
- Customer oriented
- Precision and curiosity
Fluency of written/oral English will be an asset for the position.
Some travels are expected, including abroad, as part of your assignments.
Joining Nexans means joining a human-sized, agile organisation with a true entrepreneurial spirit, offering the strengths and advantages of a large Group (responsiveness, mobility, participation in the company's strategy).
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