Sumitomo Electric

Cable Process Design Engineer

Sumitomo Electric  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Cable Process Design Engineer
[Desired start date] July/August 2026
  • The Cable Process Design Engineer is responsible for designing and managing
    cable manufacturing processes from inquiry through production. This role
    coordinates closely with project, production, procurement, and supplier teams
    to develop cable structures, material specifications, and process designs that
    meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
  • The engineer also monitors direct manufacturing costs, supports corrective
    actions for production issues, ensures compliance with internal procedures
    and ISO standards, and maintains accurate documentation to support stable
    and efficient cable manufacturing operations.
  • This role may involve training at our manufacturing site in Japan
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Design and manage cable manufacturing processes in accordance with departmental
    procedures and project inquiry requirements.
  • Develop cable process designs based on inquiry sheets issued by the Cable Design Project Team, including:
    • Preparation of cable manufacturing design sheets (materials, diameter, thickness, and weight etc...)
    • Determination of cable length design across all manufacturing processes
    • Definition of cable material standards for suppliers
    • Coordination of raw material ordering in cooperation with the Procurement team
    • Coordination of cable termination design and ordering in collaboration with headoffice in Japan
  • Manage and monitor cable direct manufacturing costs based on project inquiries.
  • Collect and analyze direct cost data for each project and support cost improvement actions.
  • Support corrective actions and troubleshooting for cable-related production issues.
  • Coordinate closely with project and production teams to ensure smooth cable manufacturing operations.
  • Provide work instructions and technical support to production and technical staff as required.
  • Monitor production processes from material input to finished output through close communication
    with the production team, and take necessary actions to maintain stable production.
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards, approved cable construction methods, and internal procedures.
  • Prepare, maintain, and control production-related documentation, including progress records and
    output reports, and distribute them to relevant stakeholders.
  • Monitor material usage and inventory levels, and submit procurement requests for managerial approval.
  • Comply with managerial instructions and participate in internal meetings, reviews, and development-related activities.
  • Support continuous improvement activities and ensure the application of ISO standards in daily operations.
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
  • Good interpersonal and coordination skills, with the ability to provide work instructions and technical guidance when required.
  • Technical training or equivalent hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to handle workload effectively during peak or constrained production phases.
  • Capability to achieve production targets and required output levels set by production management.
  • Familiarity with basic production planning and scheduling tools or charts.
  • Working knowledge of computer software used in manufacturing or production environments.
  • Proficiency in documentation control and production record management.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply ISO standards in daily operations (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001).
Preferred
  • Practical experience in cable manufacturing or cable production.
  • Understanding of cable manufacturing processes and production flow.
  • Experience in a functional or technical role related to cable production
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About our project in Port of Nigg, Highland
Sumitomo Electric is one of the leading global manufacturers of state-of-the-art high-end electricity transmission
cables, up to and including 525kV HVDC(High Voltage Direct Current) cable.
The new factory at Nigg, with investment value announced by the Scottish Government of £350M, will make a
significant contribution towards realisation of the UK Net Zero Target by contributing to critical electricity transmission
infrastructure to connect and deliver renewable energy, including offshore wind, to UK consumers and beyond.
In addition, the factory will create more than 150 highly skilled jobs in the Scottish Highlands, with maximum
utilisation of the local supply chain for production of cables and construction of transmission cable systems.
In a significant boost for the UK green energy supply chain, Sumitomo Electric has commenced construction
of its state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Scottish Highlands.
The factory will supply critical elements for the reinforcement of the UK electricity transmission grid and for
connecting renewable energy production facilities to the grid.

About Sumitomo Electric Group

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 290,000 employees working
at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today
Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people’s daily lives and
industries in five business segments: automotive, infocommunications, electronics, environment & energy, and
industrial materials. To learn more about Sumitomo Electric,
please visit https://sumitomoelectric.com, https://sumitomoelectric.com/company/office_group_companies/sumitomo-electric-uk-power-cables-ltd
and our YouTube Channel ( https://www.youtube.com/user/SumitomoElectric/).

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About Sumitomo Electric

The Sumitomo Electric Group is a global network of 421 group companies in more than 40 countries. Established in 1897 with the founding of Sumitomo Electric in Osaka, Japan, the company initially focused on copper wire production for electric power cables. Today, we have diversified into five major business segments: environment and energy, infocommunications, automotive, electronics, and industrial materials. More than 280,000 people are employed at group companies worldwide.

Sumitomo Electric is committed to innovation and excellence. In fiscal year 2024, the company reported net sales of over $31 billion and invested $1 billion in research & development. Focus areas for R&D include next-generation mobility, advanced materials, and energy solutions—areas that reflect the company’s commitment to pioneering technologies that drive sustainable growth and address global challenges.

Sumitomo Electric maintains a stable financial position that is recognized by major credit rating agencies.

For more information about Sumitomo Electric, please visit our corporate website at https://sumitomoelectric.com

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Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Osaka, JP
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sumitomoelectric.com
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