Materials Testing Trainee Technician in Eastleigh

With four manufacturing plants in the UK, Prysmian is well placed to support its home and export customers for Energy and Telcom cables and accessories. Prysmian is market leader and "innovation driver" in all major energy and telecom cables business activities. The High Voltage Laboratory at the Eastleigh site is a central resource for Prysmian’s worldwide manufacturing of high voltage power transmission cable. The laboratory typically tests extra high voltage cable up to 1 million volts and is the only facility of its kind in the UK. Join our high-voltage laboratory team and play a hands‑on role in testing advanced cable system materials to international standards. This is a unique opportunity to gain deep technical experience in a cutting‑edge environment, working alongside industry experts. This job is ideal for someone looking to kickstart a career in engineering and materials science, with hands‑on experience and learning in a real‑world lab environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning, preparing, and executing materials and other non‑electrical tests on HV cable systems
• Supporting compliance with international standards and third‑party verification
• Monitoring ongoing tests and accurately recording results for analysis and reporting
• Managing calibration schedules and records for lab equipment and instrumentation
• Assisting in data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Engaging with customers during witnessed testing sessions
• Receiving structured on‑the‑job training across lab operations and safety protocols

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs and/or A Levels with good results in English, Maths, and Science
• Good manual dexterity and practical skills for working with lab equipment and test setups
• Solid computer literacy, including basic data entry, spreadsheets, and report writing
• A genuine interest in materials science, mechanical engineering, and energy infrastructure
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Highly organised and able to work on own with minimal supervision
• Confident communicator, comfortable in customer‑facing situations

What You’ll Gain

• Real‑world experience in HV cable qualification including materials testing
• Exposure to international standards and industry best practices
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and lab technicians
• Experience contributing to high‑impact energy infrastructure projects

Prysmian Group is an equal opportunities employer with a worldwide presence, creating exciting future opportunities for the right candidate. 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 prioritises talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognising and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their 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 endeavour 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. 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.