What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Test Lab Lead position at Prysmian?
Electrical Test Lab Manager – Marshall Technology Center
📍 Marshall, TX — Onsite
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 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.
Team Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Test Lab Manager to lead the Marshall Technology Center (NTC) — a global R&D electrical test lab supporting medium‑voltage cable qualification, testing, and data integrity. This role is an R&D‑focused leadership position managing a team performing highly technical electrical testing that supports product development, customer requirements, and North American product roadmaps.
Role Responsibilities
We take the security of our candidates seriously. Please be aware of job offer scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent our company.
Our company will **never**:
If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at narecruiting@prysmian.com.
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 HRs in Prysmian 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 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 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.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
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 contact us at talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com.
📍 Marshall, TX — Onsite
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 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.
Team Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Test Lab Manager to lead the Marshall Technology Center (NTC) — a global R&D electrical test lab supporting medium‑voltage cable qualification, testing, and data integrity. This role is an R&D‑focused leadership position managing a team performing highly technical electrical testing that supports product development, customer requirements, and North American product roadmaps.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage the Marshall Technology Center electrical test lab, including staffing, scheduling, safety, and daily operations for a team of ~10 employees.
- Lead and develop a team performing high‑voltage and medium‑voltage electrical testing, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with UL, CSA, and internal standards.
- Prepare and manage annual budgets, capital expenditure proposals, and efficiency improvement targets.
- Maintain and improve test equipment, lab infrastructure, and technical capabilities; oversee maintenance and calibration.
- Ensure high standards of quality, service level, and documentation across all testing activities.
- Oversee the SharePoint‑based database containing performance data for all medium‑voltage cables sold in North America; maintain data integrity and support future system migration.
- Support R&D and product qualification activities, including CV line qualification and prototype testing.
- Meet with customers and stakeholders visiting the facility; provide technical explanations and follow‑up as needed.
- Prepare bi‑weekly progress updates, action plans, and performance reports.
- Provide a safe working environment and ensure compliance with all safety procedures related to high‑voltage testing.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
- Leadership experience managing technical teams (supervisory, lead, or manager level).
- Experience with electrical testing, high‑voltage equipment, or related testing environments.
- Strong technical problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to communicate clearly with internal teams, customers, and stakeholders.
- Experience in testing or engineering roles related to transformers, inductors, capacitors, or similar electrical components.
- Familiarity with UL, CSA, and other testing governance standards.
- Experience with LabView, SharePoint, PowerApps, workflow tools, or .NET programming.
- Background in R&D, product qualification, or electrical test lab environments.
- Experience working on various tasks and projects internationally.
We take the security of our candidates seriously. Please be aware of job offer scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent our company.
Our company will **never**:
- Ask for payment, fees, or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process
- Request passwords, banking details, or copies of personal identification via email or text
- Extend a job offer without a formal interview process
- Communicate from non-company email addresses (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo)
If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at narecruiting@prysmian.com.
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 HRs in Prysmian 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 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 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.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
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 contact us at talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com.