Electrical Engineer - High Voltage Testing

Nexans•Charleston, SC

21h

About The Position

The High Voltage Test Engineer serves as the technical authority for high-voltage testing in the laboratory and leads sample, routine, factory acceptance (FAT), and research and development testing of high-voltage cables produced at the Charleston plant. The role ensures that cables receive electrical testing during manufacturing and before delivery to customers, and prepares detailed test plans and final test reports for customer orders and development projects. Testing includes impulse, HVAC, HVDC, partial discharge, capacitance, loss factor, and DC jacket testing, as well as selected mechanical and physical evaluations of cable samples and raw materials. The position provides technical leadership and support for high-voltage laboratory activities, including planning equipment and test parameters, coordinating equipment rentals and maintenance, leading test execution, and ensuring test specifications are approved before testing begins. It also contributes to staff training, development and innovation projects, troubleshooting, technical documentation, test procedures, equipment calibration, quality control, and continuous improvement. The role takes a leadership role within a test team, particularly for high-voltage test systems used for XLPE-insulated cable products. The position requires collaboration with customer representatives, project teams, laboratory staff, and other stakeholders in a multicultural, matrix environment. Global travel to customer sites, conferences, and other Nexans facilities may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
At least 3 years of experience in electrical testing in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding and application of relevant standards, including familiarity with standardization organizations and regulatory bodies related to high-voltage cables and accessories.
Commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practices.
Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Teamwork and leadership abilities, with strong persuasion and analytical synthesis skills.
Excellent facilitation and presentation capabilities.
Detail-oriented, disciplined, and highly motivated.
Organized, with a structured and systematic approach to problem solving.
Comfort working in multicultural environments and coordinating multiple testing activities with various stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively within a matrix organization.
Results-driven approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
Self-motivated and able to work independently on operational tasks.
Customer-focused mindset and commitment to high customer satisfaction.
Ability to travel globally to customer locations, conferences, and other Nexans facilities as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-voltage systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead and primary representative for high-voltage laboratory testing on assigned cable projects, including coordination with customer representatives.
Provide technical leadership and expert support to high-voltage laboratory personnel.
Calculate equipment requirements and determine appropriate testing parameters; arrange rental equipment when specialized tools are needed.
Coordinate maintenance activities and oversee calibration and maintenance of equipment within the assigned area.
Support and participate in training programs for laboratory staff.
Contribute to development and innovation projects.
Lead high-voltage laboratory project start-up meetings and participate in start-up meetings with project teams.
Ensure required test specifications are finalized and approved before testing begins.
Lead and supervise test execution and operate high-voltage testing equipment when necessary.
Prepare and issue test plans and final reports for customer orders and development projects, including reports for development samples.
Manage internal document control for technical documentation.
Troubleshoot cable-related issues arising in the factory.
Develop and maintain test procedures, work instructions, and standardized testing methods.
Lead initiatives to improve efficiency and competitiveness in assigned testing fields.
Participate in relevant working groups, task forces, and ad hoc teams.
Support continuous improvement of laboratory and engineering processes, including procedures, documentation, workflows, and operational practices.
Conduct and support quality control activities, including verification, validation, and uncertainty measurements for equipment and testing methods.
Perform and maintain 5S workplace organization tasks.
Apply sound measurement accuracy, precision, and uncertainty principles, and communicate results using rigorous scientific and engineering methodologies.
Take a leadership role within a test team, particularly for high-voltage test systems used for XLPE-insulated cable products.
Ensure cables are electrically tested during manufacturing and before handover to customers.