Travel-Ready HV Cable Splicer for Green Grids

NKT; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel per diem

Company benefits

401(k) company match

Job summary

NKT seeks a Safety-focused Traveling Jointer/Splicer to install and repair medium- and high-voltage cable systems across the US and abroad. You will splice, terminate, and repair cables at customer sites, support planning and reporting, and travel extensively on projects in utilities, renewables, and heavy industry.

The role requires hands-on jointing experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to read electrical diagrams.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cable Splicer/Jointer or Lineman with medium or high-voltage cable installations and repairs
• Jointing experience (inline splices, terminations, and associated accessories)
• Knowledge of XLPE, EPR or PILC cable systems and accessories
• Ability to read electrical drawings and circuit maps
• A valid driver’s license and availability for extensive travel
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, stoop, kneel, and work in confined spaces or manholes
• Comfort working at heights, around energized equipment (in accordance with safety boundaries), and in PPE
• Ability to use basic Microsoft programs (Outlook/Teams) on a laptop or mobile device for daily field reporting, online checklists, and team communication

Responsibilities

• Splice, terminate and repair medium and high-voltage cables
• Prepare cables and accessories according to NKT quality specifications
• Perform fault location, electrical testing and result interpretation
• Follow safety programs, permits and tailboard or Take 5 processes
• Operate company vehicles and specialized equipment safely

Skills

Cable Splicer/Jointer

Lineman

Electrical testing

Reading drawings

Tools

Outlook/Teams

Job description

NKT seeks a Safety-focused Traveling Jointer/Splicer to install and repair medium- and high-voltage cable systems across the US and abroad. You will splice, terminate, and repair cables at customer sites, support planning and reporting, and travel extensively on projects in utilities, renewables, and heavy industry.

The role requires hands-on jointing experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to read electrical diagrams.