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:
We are looking for an R&D Electrical Research Lab Engineer to join our R&D Ansaldo Lab.
In this role, you will:
Oversee and coordinate laboratory team activities, ensuring efficient workflow, clear task delegation, conducting training sessions, and a collaborative working environment.
Plan and supervise electrical tests that support the development of new products and improvements in material properties, with a strong focus on industrial application.
Analyze test results and prepare reports for stakeholders.
Work with universities and internal or external stakeholders to keep laboratory activities aligned with state-of-the-art practices and business needs.
Ensure compliance with technical requirements, quality standards, and QHSE regulations.
Act as a point of contact for internal and external clients and third parties, supporting high-quality service and strong communication.
Promote and enforce safety protocols to protect people, equipment, and laboratory operations.
Key challenges for this role:
Ensure high scientific/technical level on the activity of the labs and high efficiency of assets.
Increase lab’s output to face the enormous increase of requested activities.
Maintain high-quality standards even under intense pressure and extremely tight deadlines.
Act as a role model for R&D activities by driving the test activities towards industrial application.
How is success defined in this role?
Time to market: impact on DTC and new products development.
Efficiency: occupation of assets and correct choice of tests to be run.
Customer satisfaction, internal and external.
Spread technical competence and experience on recently hired colleagues.
What are the 3 most exciting aspects of this role?
Contributing to the development and testing of critical infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and safety of high voltage systems, which are essential for modern power grids.
Continuous learning opportunities and chance to develop specialized skills in high voltage technology and laboratory management.
Working in an international environment with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, fostering cross-cultural communication and collaboration.
You are the right fit if you have/are:
Good to excellent spoken and written English
Master’s degree in Electrical, Energy, Materials or Chemical Engineering, or in Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry
At least 10 years of experience in test laboratories, in university and/or industrial environments (a PhD may be considered equivalent relevant experience)
In-depth knowledge of electrical insulating materials; experience planning and supervising electrical tests; familiarity with laboratory assets used for electrical characterization; and strong understanding of technical specifications and QHSE requirements.
Proactivity, precision, genuine passion for laboratory activities, flexibility, adaptability, strong team-working skills, and the ability to coordinate a team while staying focused on results.
Strong communication & interpersonal skills
Decision making attitude, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong teamwork skills, results oriented and ambitious mindset
What we offer you:
Permanent Contract
Hybrid working model
Flexible working hours
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Health Insurance
Company support on public transportation
Annual Bonus and Share base plans
Collaborative environment
Dynamic and Respectful Workplace
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!
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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.
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Skills Required
- Master's degree in Electrical, Energy, Materials or Chemical Engineering, or in Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry
- At least 10 years of experience in test laboratories
- In-depth knowledge of electrical insulating materials
- Experience planning and supervising electrical tests
- Strong understanding of technical specifications and QHSE requirements
What We Do
We work to be the sustainable link to the future. For more than 151 years, our company has been leading the industry of high-technology cables & systems for energy and telecommunications. Headquartered in Milan, Italy and spanning 50 countries (in North America, Europe, MEAT, LATAM, APAC), 105 plants, 25 research and development centers, and about 30,000 employees as of July 2023, we have a strategic footprint that allows us to service emerging markets and communities across the globe with ease. Our business model is diversified by portfolio and geographical area. In 2022 we registered +16 billion € in sales and 509 million € net profit. Today we drive the energy transition and worldwide digitalization. Learn more about the new Group on www.prysmiangroup.com Follow us also on: facebook.com/PrysmianGroup/ youtube.com/prysmiangroup twitter.com/prysmiangroup instagram.com/prysmian_group
