Test Engineer MTC

Mechanical Test Engineer – Mechanical Test Centre (MTC)

ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY

At Nexans, our global vision is to electrify the future. In Power Transmission, this means delivering the world’s longest and most complex HV subsea and land cable systems to connect nations and drive the global energy transition. We deliver EPCI turnkey projects anywhere in the world. This means we have the best tools, equipment and people with the competence and skillset required to produce, install and service those cables.

CHOOSING NEXANS

At Nexans, your work powers the global transition to renewable energy. We offer meaningful careers with purpose, backed by over a century of expertise in electrification. You’ll benefit from flexible work options, international mobility, strong development programs, private health insurance, competitive pensions, company cabins, and a culture that values inclusion, innovation, and wellbeing.

Join us and help electrify the future.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

We are looking for a Mechanical Test Engineer to join our Mechanical Test Centre (MTC) in Halden, Norway. You will become part of our Technical organization and work in a highly specialized environment focused on testing and qualification of advanced cable and umbilical systems supporting some of the world’s most complex energy infrastructure projects.

The Mechanical Test Centre plays a critical role in ensuring that Nexans products meet customer requirements, international standards, and internal quality expectations. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Department Managers, Team Leaders, Laboratory Technicians, project teams, suppliers, contractors, and QHSE functions.

You will report directly to the Department Manager and contribute to both project execution and R&D activities in a dynamic engineering environment.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Mechanical Test Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting mechanical and hydraulic testing activities for cable and umbilical systems. You will play an important role in supporting Nexans projects by ensuring that testing is performed safely, accurately, and according to customer and industry requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and performing mechanical and hydraulic testing activities


• Designing, constructing, and verifying test equipment and test setups


• Preparing and documenting test procedures, certificates, and technical report


•  Analyzing test data and providing technical feedback on results


• Ensuring proper calibration, maintenance, and operational readiness of laboratory equipment


• Supporting qualification of new products through participation in R&D activities


• Contributing to development of internal testing standards and procedures


• Ensuring compliance with Nexans quality standards, governing documents, and HSE requirements


• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the testing environment


• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimize testing activities


• You boost your impact by actively promoting Quality and HSE.

YOUR STARTING POINT

We know that the best candidates do not always match every requirement listed, but here are some examples of the background and experience that can help you thrive in this role:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline


• Experience working with mechanical testing, hydraulic systems, or industrial laboratory environments


• Knowledge of mechanical design and construction principles


• Experience using engineering design software such as Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD


• Ability to understand and work with technical procedures and standards in both Norwegian and English


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Structured and systematic approach to work execution


• Strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence


• Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to new technical challenges


• Innovative mindset combined with flexibility and strong collaboration skills


•  Fluent in both English and Norwegian, written and verbal


• Personal values aligned with Nexans values: Pioneer, Dedicated, United

OUR GROWTH CULTURE

Among our employees, we share the same values – we are pioneers of the energy transition, dedicated to delivering to the highest standards of performance, united to achieve our ambitious goals.

At the individual level, our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact, we believe in autonomy at the local level while encouraging knowledge sharing within our global engineering community.

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