With four manufacturing plants in the UK, Prysmian is well placed to support its home and export customers for Energy and Telcom cables and accessories. Prysmian is market leader and "innovation driver" in all major energy and telecom cables business activities.
The High Voltage Laboratory at the Eastleigh site is a central resource for Prysmian’s worldwide manufacturing of high voltage power transmission cable. The laboratory typically tests extra high voltage cable up to 1 million volts and is the only facility of its kind in the UK.
Join our high-voltage laboratory team and play a hands-on role in testing advanced cable system materials to international standards. This is a unique opportunity to gain deep technical experience in a cutting-edge environment, working alongside industry experts.
This job is ideal for someone looking to kickstart a career in engineering and materials science, with hands-on experience and learning in a real-world lab environment.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Planning, preparing, and executing materials and other non-electrical tests on HV cable systems
2. Supporting compliance with international standards and third-party verification
3. Monitoring ongoing tests and accurately recording results for analysis and reporting
4. Managing calibration schedules and records for lab equipment and instrumentation
5. Assisting in data collection, analysis, and reporting
6. Engaging with customers during witnessed testing sessions
7. Receiving structured on-the-job training across lab operations and safety protocols
What We’re Looking For:
8. GCSEs and/or A Levels with good results in English, Maths, and Science
9. Good manual dexterity and practical skills for working with lab equipment and test setups
10. Solid computer literacy, including basic data entry, spreadsheets, and report writing
11. A genuine interest in materials science, mechanical engineering, and energy infrastructure
12. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
13. Highly organised and able to work on own with minimal supervision
14. Confident communicator, comfortable in customer-facing situations
What You’ll Gain:
15. Real-world experience in HV cable qualification including materials testing
16. Exposure to international standards and industry best practices
17. Mentorship from experienced engineers and lab technicians
18. Experience contributing to high-impact energy infrastructure projects
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Prysmian Group is an equal opportunities employer with a worldwide presence, creating exciting future opportunities for the right candidate.
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