Apprenticeship at Nexans Power Accessories

Wherever power cables are connected or energy is transmitted and distributed, we demonstrate our expertise in system-relevant connections in the field of low-, medium- and high-voltage accessories as well as connectors and cable lugs for power cables. 

As a medium-sized company, we are integrated into the French Nexans Group as an expert in accessories technology and complete its portfolio as a global specialist for cable and cable systems.

We are also actively committed to a more emission-free and sustainable world. Our commitment: CO2 neutrality by 2030, which we will achieve by reducing CO2 emissions by 4.2% per year.

With around 26,000 employees in over 40 countries, Nexans is a leading global manufacturer in the cable industry.

We offer apprenticeships in the following professions at our Hof site:

• CNC cutting machine operator
• Industrial clerks
• Mechatronics technician

CNC cutting machine operator

"I can make what I want out of metal, what I want from metal. At lightning speed!"

Where do cutting machine operators work?

As a cutting machine operator, you will work in areas of industry and the skilled trades, in which components are manufactured using machining processes. Typical areas of application are lathes, milling machines, automatic lathes and grinding machine systems for one-off and and series production.

What can you expect with us?

As a cutting machine operator, you will produce precision components from precision components from various materials by means of machining processes for technical products of all kinds according to technical drawings and plans.

You will set up turning, milling and grinding machines and write or modify CNC machine programmes. 
CNC machine programmes. Then you workpieces and tools into the machines, align them precisely and set the work process in motion. 

You repeatedly check whether the dimensions and surface quality of the finished workpieces meet the technical specifications. If If faults occur, you determine the causes using suitable test procedures and test equipment and take immediate corrective action.

You will also carry out maintenance and inspection tasks on the machines.

What you will learn with us:

• Metallbearbeitung (filing, drilling, sawing, milling, turning, pressing and grinding)
• Programmierung and production with numerically controlled machine tools (CNC)
• Optimieren of manufacturing processes
• Lesen, application and creation of technical documents and drawings
• Werkstückprüfung and quality assurance
• Maschinenwartung and inspection 
• Environment-, quality management and occupational safety

What you should bring with you:

• Secondary school leaving certificate
• Enjoy manual work
• Interest in technical contexts

Industrial clerks (Already occupied for 2025)

"Clarifying organisational tasks precisely - that's my thing"

Where do industrial clerks work?

As an industrial clerk, you will work in companies of different sectors and sizes. You manage business processes within the company. The commercial and business management tasks cover all areas (including purchasing, sales, marketing and human resources).

What can you expect with us?

In materials management, you will compare offers, negotiate with suppliers and oversee the receipt and storage of goods.

In Production Management, you will plan, control and monitor the production of goods and create order documents.

You will be responsible for preparing calculations and price lists as well as sales negotiations with customers.

If you work as an industrial clerk in the accounting department, you will process, book and monitor business transactions. 

In human resources, you will determine personnel requirements, participate in recruitment and selection and plan staff deployment.

This is what you will learn with us:

• Business processes and markets
• Information, communication and work organisation
• Integrative company processes
• Marketing and sales
• Procurement and warehousing
• Human resources
• Accounting
• Service provision and invoicing
• Dealing with modern media

What you should bring with you:

• Secondary school leaving certificate
• Flexibility
• Ability to work in a team
• Commitment
• Commercial interest

Mechatronics engineer

"Defective components on machines? I can find them faster than a needle in a haystack"

Where do mechatronics engineers work?

As a mechatronics technician, you will work in all areas of industry where production systems are in use. Typical areas of work include the commissioning and maintenance of mechatronic systems of complex machines, plants and systems. These activities are carried out at a wide variety of locations in all areas of a company.

What can you expect with us?

As a mechatronics technician, you are primarily responsible for the maintenance of the entire machine park.

Your tasks will include the repair of failed systems, preventive maintenance of all systems and inspections. Your activities will also include the installation of new electrical components with the help of circuit diagrams and the production of technical components according to specified drawings.

A large part of your work will also involve programming, testing and installing industrial assemblies such as control systems or frequency converters in order to improve the automation of the systems.

You will carry out all activities in compliance with the specified quality and safety regulations. This makes you an important component in the successful maintenance of our entire production process.

What you will learn with us:

• Metalworking (filing, drilling, sawing, milling, turning, pressing and grinding)
• Electronic training (measurement, control and regulation technology)
• Mechanical training (drive technology, pneumatics, hydraulics)
• Optimisation of production processes
• Machine maintenance (maintenance, inspection, repair)
• Reading, applying and creating technical documents and drawings
• Environmental, quality management and occupational safety

What you should bring with you:

• Secondary school leaving certificate
• Enjoy manual work
• Interest in technical contexts

What we offer

• A modern working environment in the energy sector
• Structured training and familiarisation plans
• Work in all departments
• A qualified training team Attractive opportunities for further training and 
• Further training and development within the company after completing your vocational training

Apply now!

Nexans Power Accessories Germany GmbH
Human Resources Department
Ferdinand-Porsche-Straße 12
95028 Hof

Phone: 09281/ 8306-0
E-mail: personal.hof@nexans.com