Mechanical Design Engineer

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, over 33,000 employees, 104 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Power Grids team in Eastleigh. Our Power Grids Design team is the driving force behind some of the UK’s most challenging and innovative energy projects, from transmission systems to windfarm developments. The team are responsible for undertaking complex HV cable systems design and supporting the HV business in winning tenders and undertaking contracts for transmission and windfarm projects in the UK. You can have a real impact in shaping the success of projects that power communities and support the UK’s energy future!

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• Collaborating with design teams to support UK-based projects
  
• Participating in design coordination meetings and contributing to technical discussions
  
• Maintaining accurate contract records for future reference
  
• Providing technical support and training to internal teams and customers
  
• Leading product approval processes for UK clients
  
• Interpreting customer needs and National Grid specifications
  
• Assessing and managing project risks
  
• Preparing engineering design packs for site teams
  
• Working closely with site engineers to ensure timely, on-budget delivery
  
• Managing design documentation and change control procedures
  
• Developing and tracking design programmes
  
• Creating cost‑effective cable system proposals and supporting contracts through execution
  
• The job will involve a mix of office and site-based work
  

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• Ideally educated up to degree level or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
  
• Preferably hold experience of Mathcad, however training can be given
  
• Experience in cross-country utilities projects would be an advantage
  
• Structured, systematic approach and good attention to detail
  
• Hold good interpersonal skills, communication, and presentation capability
  
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills
  
• Ability to see the overall picture – e.g. cost/options/compliance/practicality/customer awareness
  
• Highly self‑motivated, with a keen, hands‑on approach
  

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• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
  
• Defined Contribution pension scheme and generous life assurance
  
• Yes Share Scheme – annual enrolment
  
• Health Care Cash Plan – scheme which provides reimbursement of optical, dental and chiropody fees up to set limits
  
• 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
  
• On-line Language Learning Access
  
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
  
• Generous sick pay arrangements
  
• O2 Mobile Discounts
  
• Dell Advantage discounts
  
• Rewards Portal – discounts on major retailers
  
• Cycle to work scheme
  
• Free onsite parking
  
• Transition to Retirement Policy
  
• Vitality scheme
  
• Free Flu Jab
  
• GP24 Service – Access to a GP 24 hours a day
  

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• Application
  
• HR interview
  
• Hiring Manager interviews
  
• Online assessment (30 min)
  

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All managers and HR staff are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.