Controls Engineer - PLC & Automation for Cable Production

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian invites applications for a Controls Engineer to support production equipment with PLC and computer software expertise. The role emphasizes knowledge of wire and cable processes and coordination with maintenance teams, external firms, and project budgeting.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related degree, 5+ years manufacturing experience, and solid CAD/PLC skills. Prysmian is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering diverse opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing (wire & cable experience highly desirable).
• Experience with Wonderware is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of wire and cable equipment and processes.
• Provide engineering support and direction to the maintenance department for electrical/electronic equipment.
• Manage projects including cost estimations, designs, specifications, approvals, procurement, installation and startup.
• Coordinate with outside electrical engineering, construction and consulting firms.
• Oversee outsourced repairs of critical electronic components.
• Assist in preparing annual capital and expense budgets.
• Develop and debug control logic for machine control and modify designs as needed.
• Analyze electrical schematics for component-level repairs.
• Use programming devices to analyze PLC programs for failures/improvements.
• Guide electricians in troubleshooting and programming AC/DC drive systems.
• Troubleshoot with current tech including electrical test equipment and diagnostics.
• Maintain backups of essential programs and data.
• Implement and maintain network communications understanding.

Skills

PLC programming

CAD

Wonderware

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics preferred

Tools

CAD

Wonderware

Job description

Prysmian invites applications for a Controls Engineer to support production equipment with PLC and computer software expertise. The role emphasizes knowledge of wire and cable processes and coordination with maintenance teams, external firms, and project budgeting.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related degree, 5+ years manufacturing experience, and solid CAD/PLC skills. Prysmian is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering diverse opportunities.