HV Test Engineer

Purpose

Ensure all cables undergo electrical testing during production and again before delivery to the client. Guarantee that every cable is electrically tested during manufacturing and prior to handover to the customer.

Area of Responsibility

• Provide technical leadership within the assigned testing field.
• Offer expert technical support to high voltage laboratory personnel when required.
• Calculate equipment requirements and determine appropriate testing parameters.
• Arrange rental equipment when specialized testing tools are necessary.
• Care for maintenance activities for testing equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Support and participate in training programs for laboratory staff.
• Contribute actively to development and innovation projects.
• Lead project start-up meetings within the high voltage laboratories.
• Participate in project start-up meetings alongside project teams.
• Ensure the required test specifications are finalized and approved before testing begins.
• Lead and supervise the execution of tests.
• Prepare and issue reports related to development samples.
• Manage internal document control for technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot cable-related issues that occur within the factory.
• Operate high voltage testing equipment when necessary.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, work instructions, and standardized testing methods.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of equipment within the assigned responsibility area.
• Lead initiatives that 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 standardization of procedures, documentation, workflows, and operational practices.
• Conduct and support quality control activities such as verification, validation, and uncertainty measurements related to equipment and testing methods.
• Perform and maintain 5S workplace organization tasks.
• Apply sound principles of measurement accuracy, precision, and uncertainty.
• Communicate test results clearly using rigorous scientific and engineering methodologies.
• Take a leadership role within a test team, with particular focus on high voltage test systems used for XLPE-insulated cable products.