Sr Product Development Engineer

Location: Drammen

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Who we are:

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, over 33,000 employees, 104 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Your contribution to Prysmian's Success:

Prysmian Norway is looking for a Sr Product Development Engineer to be part of our R&D team in Drammen. Prysmian Norway is an important manufacturing unit and distribution center in the Nordics cluster. You will be a member of our R&D team focusing mainly on solutions for the energy sector. The core technology in the Drammen factory is flexible and fire-resistant cables for the Oil & Gas industry, but the goal is to expand our footprint into other market segments. Your focus will be on cable design work, development of new cable solutions and optimizing cable designs.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Cable design work including sales support at the tender stage and update of manufacturing specifications at the order stage.

• Optimalization of the cable manufacturing process of the existing product portfolio to ensure cost optimalization (Design to Cost), manufacturing robustness and product quality.

• In-house fire testing of existing and new cable solutions.

• Maintenance of product certifications and systematic type testing of cables to ensure product reliability and documentation requirements.

• Innovate and enhance product offerings ensuring that new solutions meet necessary standards and certification requirements.

• Assist in managing all technical aspects throughout the life cycle of our deliveries.

• Collaborate with team members in the R&D department and other stakeholders in the Prysmian organization.

You are the right fit if you have the following background and personality:  

• An Engineering BSc/MSc degree, preferably in electrical or process engineering.

• A curious and self-driven personality.

• Experience in manufacturing process(es) and/or R&D work is preferable.

• Affinity with testing both on a lab scale and full scale, understand the need for systematic documentation of the test results.

• Technical skills and a good understanding of industrial processes. Basic knowledge of cable manufacturing processes and cable installation processes is preferable.

And if you are able to:

• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders in the organization.

• Understand relevant national and international standards.

• Understand customer specifications and requirements.

Our selection process: 

1) Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min) 

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If you’re excited about the role and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment with challenging projects which drive impact for a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply! 

Deep dive into Prysmian and check the below insightful links: 

• Prysmian | Cables, Energy & Telecom Solutions | Prysmian 

• People & Careers of the Group | Prysmian  

• What we offer | Prysmian 

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Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

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