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Who we are From the depths of the ocean to the pinnacles of the world’s tallest buildings, Prysmian drives new forms of energy and information to each and every corner of the earth. We offer the widest range of services and know-how in the industry. Each year, our Company manufactures thousands of KMs of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibres, copper cables and connectivity systems for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunications sector. Become part of a global network of 30,000 colleagues spanning 50 countries, all committed to connecting the planet's pathways! Position: Engineering Intern Location: Prysmian Australia, Newington Start Date: Jan 2026 What you will do: The Engineering Intern is responsible for ensuring both Production and Engineering activities are supported in order for the site to deliver on its productivity objectives in a safe, right first time and efficient manner. Duties will include functions related to both Commercial and Operations working closely with teams on site in regards to trouble shooting and problem-solving downtimes, bottlenecks and introducing process improvements. Actively help in leading the site’s ‘Safety Starts with me’ practice, ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards and rules, ensuring injuries, incidents, hazards, and illnesses are reported and acted on immediately to create a safe, healthy and sustainable workplace. Ensure that product manufactured meet quality specifications, undertake necessary investigations for quality issues, and partner with Quality Team to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement. Help in delivering the sites operational HSEQ agenda/strategic activities. Actively help in leading on expectations of Health, Safety and Environmental systems and procedures to manage Key targets as well as RTW Injury Management Product Quality and root cause investigations and corrective actions (No. of Customer Product/service Complaints, NCA's, SQC development and conformance) Support cost of quality project initiatives Actively participates in Prysmian Group and site-based sustainability initiatives in line with UN Sustainable Development Goals aimed at improving the global standards across waste, footprint, and human rights. Ensuring Assembly methods, techniques and documents are being followed, utilised and updated to reflect the level of quality required by customer and industry standards. Functions in regards to product and process development, re-engineering and customisations as required. What you will need: Strong operational, team management, problem solving, and customer focused skills. Ability to work as part of a team; lives the company values and leads for purpose. Leadership & management. Quality Assurance Systems Health, Safety and Environmental Systems Ability to cope and work with disruption and adapt to changing priorities. excellent general engineering problem-solving skills and some experience in equipment maintenance Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, health and safety requirements, auditing requirements and relevant legislation. Knowledge in Continuous Improvement Systems (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) Front line qualifications equivalent to Degree Level in Management, Science, Engineering, or a related discipline is desirable. Proficiency in AutoCAD software Proficiency in Coding, Databases and Data Analysis 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 let us know. Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation, and a strong customer base, the company is well-placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian’s business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.