Industrial Asset Performance Engineer

Prysmian; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group is a global manufacturer of cables and systems. It seeks a reliability professional to turn data into uptime on critical manufacturing equipment at a North Carolina site.

You will lead cross-functional teams, own reliability initiatives, and develop PM/PdM strategies using vibration, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis. This role requires a BS in engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing or maintenance, with Lean/Six Sigma and RCA expertise to drive continuous

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical preferred).
• 5+ years in manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance roles.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred; hands-on 6S, Kaizen, and Operational Excellence.
• Strong statistical and data analysis capabilities.
• Clear, confident communicator who can coordinate diverse teams.
• Mechanical/electrical savvy; RCA, FMEA, and 5-Why.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams to improve reliability.
• Comfort making decisions in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to enhance reliability across critical manufacturing equipment.
• Own reliability initiatives and deliver projects to increase uptime and OEE.
• Analyze production losses and maintenance costs to target chronic offenders.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement permanent fixes.
• Develop and optimize PM/PdM strategies using vibration, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis.
• Partner on Management of Change to ensure reliability from day one.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Automation to resolve issues.
• Advance safety and maximize asset availability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the site.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

RCA/FMEA

Statistical analysis

Communication

5-Why

Education

BS in Engineering

Job description

Ready to elevate asset reliability at a global manufacturer?

Prysmian Group builds the cables and systems that power cities and connect people. With a footprint in 50+ countries and a team of 30,000, we’re seeking a reliability professional who turns data into uptime.

Is this you?

• Do you enjoy turning failure data into actionable insights?
• Can you lead cross‑functional teams to solve tough equipment problems—fast and for good?
• Are you fluent in predictive maintenance technologies and Lean methods?

What you’ll tackle

• Provide technical leadership to enhance reliability across critical manufacturing equipment.
• Own reliability excellence initiatives and deliver projects that increase uptime and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Analyze production losses and outlier maintenance costs to target chronic offenders.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement permanent fixes to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and optimize PM/PdM strategies leveraging vibration, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis.
• Partner on Management of Change to ensure new/modified equipment is reliable and maintainable from day one.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Automation to resolve near‑term issues and build long‑term resilience.
• Advance safety, maximize availability, and position assets to support strategic growth plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the site.

What you bring

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical or related preferred).
• 5+ years in manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance roles.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred; hands‑on with 6S, Kaizen, and Operational Excellence.
• Strong statistical and data analysis capabilities.
• Clear, confident communicator who can coordinate diverse teams.
• High energy, positive attitude, and change‑leadership skills.
• Organized and disciplined approach to prioritization.
• Mechanical/electrical savvy; adept with RCA, FMEA, and 5-Why.
• Comfort making sound decisions in complex, rapidly changing situations.
• Ability to give constructive feedback and translate complex topics into simple, actionable steps; strong facilitator/presenter.

Where you’ll work

• Fast‑paced plant environment with multiple deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Conditions may include dust, oil, grease, heat/humidity, fumes, and noise.
• PPE required in production areas (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection as needed).
• Occasional work in walled containment and on roofs; some areas may be very hot or cold.

Accessibility

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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