Placement Student - Polymer Materials Research and Development Engineer

The Components business sits in the Energy sector and designs, manufactures and supplies state of the art low and medium voltage cable accessories that enables customers installation requirements. Products we supply help enable the energy transition. Our products hold, join, terminate and protect our customers vital cable assets. This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work as a part of our UK commercial team and experience the dynamics of a busy commercial environment. What You Will Be Doing? We are seeking an undergraduate to join the Components engineering / technical team based at our Components factory in Wrexham. The successful candidate will join the Resin R&D team who design, test and support a diverse range of resin encapsulation materials used in low and medium voltage cable accessories. This will be a 12-month placement beginning in July. The position will focus on polymer science related to resin type materials used in cable accessories. However, as part of a multi-disciplinary team the position will provide you with a broad materials background, together with an appreciation of cable accessory design, materials and testing. Typical tasks include:

• Undertake and support projects to evaluate new and / or alternative materials with the aim of enhancing technical performance of existing resin formulations.
• To build a knowledge of the Prysmian cold pour resin technologies to support the current manufacturing processes.
• To carry out materials analysis and fingerprinting.
• To work as an integral part of the team to help it achieve its objectives in terms of new product development in the field of cold curing resin systems for cable joint encapsulation and other related products.
• Undertake projects for the development of resin formulations for new applications.
• Prepare and undertake test programmes associated with existing or new products including bench-marking of Prysmian and competitor products to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Carry out routine testing of resin formulations to evaluate material properties such as material flow and reactivity behaviour.
• Involvement with in-house type approval testing of resin filled cable joints.

In aid of your personal development, we will assign a PhD qualified engineer as a mentor, who will provide support and advice whilst overseeing your progress. Who We Are Looking For

• An undergraduate in chemistry, polymer science or other related subject
• Good practical skills within a laboratory environment
• Strong analytical skills to assimilate and review technical data
• Strong computer skills including MS Office

Personal Characteristics

• Well organised, self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Professional attitude to work

Applications The job reference is R-10202. Please apply via the Prysmian Group website. Location This role is based at our Wrexham site, the address of which is Oak Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham, LL13 9PH. We are able to offer free car parking next to the site. NB. Due to the location of the factory, it would be advantageous to have a full UK driving licence or own transport. Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group’s success. Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their human potential. Prysmian Group strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Prysmian Group bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.

Line Managers, Hiring Managers, HR Corporate and HR Local are responsible for ensuring that diversity and inclusion are respected during the recruiting process. Unconscious bias and stereotypes must not influence our selection processes. We look for the best candidates and for the real value they can bring into the organization. We value meritocracy. We value diversity. We turn off our bias. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.