Design Engineer
Core
Design, development, and qualification of energy cables for the Power grid business, focusing on material selection, product approvals, and sample testing to ensure cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and compliance.
Role type
Design Engineer (Energy Cables)
Builds
Energy cables for power grid applications
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Cabling
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Design and development of energy cables, material selection, product qualification testing, cost reduction analysis, technical instruction management, supplier coordination, sustainable material evaluation, project management, technical reporting
Preferred skills
Knowledge of cable manufacturing processes, SAP experience, MS Office proficiency
Technologies
Accolade, SAP, MS Office
Responsibilities
Manage design, development, and qualification processes through the Accolade project management system; Provide technical support to customer enquiries and contracts; Manage product design changes; Lead product cost reduction and approval of alternative materials; Prepare raw material specifications; Manage planning and execution of sample testing for R&D and product qualification; Evaluate and introduce sustainable materials and alternative suppliers; Liaise with external suppliers for new projects; Provide regular updates and presentations to the R&D UK director; Support the Quality function during external audits