HV/MV Cable Engineer

HV/MV Cable Engineer

Location:

Newcastle, GB

Employment type: Employee Place of work: Office Offshore/Onshore: Onshore

TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 20,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a practical and experienced specialist in cable handling, end preparation and testing specifically for offshore renewable energy Medium and High Voltage (MV/HV) Cables (66V+). This role is responsible for outlining the technical requirements necessary to terminate and test power cables, including manufacturing rules, processes and procedures for safe handling and testing. The job holder may also be required to support the manufacturing of power cable and other subsea products such as Umbilicals and Flying Leads (training will be provided).

We understand that the world has changed, and we’ve changed with it. That’s why where possible our staff have the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis. Coming to the office is great though to allow you to socialise, network and develop. We also understand how important a good work/life balance is for our employees and therefore we have many flexible work policies in place.

Job Description

Creating and implementing processes to improve and maintain efficiency in cable handling, end preparation and testing. Creation, verification, and approval of project manufacturing specifications used to handle and test HV power cables. Owner and creator of the technical governance (adhering to internal and international standards) relating to HV power cable handling and testing rules and policies. Owner and creator of standard operating procedures used by Operators when handling, preparing or testing cables products, where necessary. Specifying safe termination and testing requirements aligned to internal TFMC standards and the relevant IEC and EN cable standards and CIGRE technical policies. Testing shall include but not limited to conductor resistance, partial discharge, high voltage AC, insulation resistance and time domain reflectometry. Supporting risk assessments of all testing activity on site relating to Power Cables. Working closely with the CAPEX and Industrialisation teams to help support the development and continuous improvement of HV Cable manufacture at the Newcastle site. Close collaboration with Umbilical, Cable and Hardware Design Engineers to ensure lessons learned from manufacturing, end termination and preparation of HV Cables feedback into the bid, design and procurement processes. Support the proposal process to ensure the bids are technically compliant and risks are identified and mitigated where possible. Attend the relevant design and risk reviews which take place throughout a product life cycle. Working closely with Production and Application teams to ensure instructions are well understood, gain feedback, and foster a two-way working relationship to deliver continuous improvement. Through self-development and CPD, maintain an up-to-date knowledge and expertise on relevant cable manufactuirng industry best practices and technology.

You are meant for this job if:

Comprehensive practical, hands on experience and understanding of cable testing, test equipment, cable end preparation and the relevant safety requirement surrounding testing of HV cables or equivalent technology. Experience of managing a Testing House or Test Facility would be beneficial. An understanding of IEC cable standards and CIGRE technical policies, its suite of technical specifications and supporting documentation. Working experience of manufacturing HV cables, or cable like products would be beneficial. Good verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft office tool such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowePoint. Experience delivering against challenging schedules in a project management environment is essential.

Interpersonal Skills

Effective communicator. Ability to integrate into a team environment. Ability to prioritize workload. Ability to analyse and synthetize complex situations. Committed to continued self-development. Communication skills, autonomy, objectivity, enthusiasm, empathic individual, flexibility, team player

What we offer

25 days holiday and 8 public holidays

Holiday entitlement 25 days flexible and 8 Bank Holidays per year

Private medical insurance 

Group Income Protection Plan

Company Life Assurance Plan

Pension scheme

Flexible Benefits (gymflex, electric car etc)

Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matters and we encourage you to add to our culture.

TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.

Learn more about TechnipFMC and find other open positions by visiting our Career Page.

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Date posted: Apr 5, 2024 Requisition number: 4862

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