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.

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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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