Industrial Automation Engineer, Wire & Cable Systems

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking an experienced Electrical/PLC Engineer to own the controls for our wire and cable production lines in Windham, CT. You will diagnose, program, and optimize PLCs and related software to maximize uptime and safety.

Responsibilities include leading projects from scope and design through commissioning, mentoring electricians, and maintaining documentation and network communications across complex electro-mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; 5+ years manufacturing experience preferred.
• 5+ years in manufacturing; wire & cable experience desirable.
• Advanced PLC programming and CAD skills; Wonderware exposure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own PLC and computer software supporting manufacturing assets.
• Build expert knowledge of wire/cable equipment and processes; apply daily.
• Advise Maintenance on electrical/electronic troubleshooting and reliability.
• Lead projects from scope, cost estimating, design/specs, approvals, purchasing, installation, commissioning, budget control and safety.
• Direct outside electrical engineering, construction, and consulting providers.
• Manage third-party repairs for critical electronic components.
• Support the Engineering & Maintenance Manager with annual capital and expense budgets.
• Write and debug machine control logic; implement design updates across complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Translate electrical schematics into fast, accurate repairs.
• Use programming devices to diagnose PLC failures and drive improvements.
• Coach electricians on troubleshooting and programming AC/DC drives.
• Apply modern diagnostic tools - electrical test gear and computer-based analysis.
• Maintain thorough documentation and backups of all programs.
• Establish and sustain reliable industrial network communications.

Skills

PLC programming

CAD

Wonderware

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Associate in Electrical/Electronics preferred

Tools

CAD software

Job description

• Do you thrive on dissecting PLC programs and turning downtime into uptime?
• Can you read an electrical schematic to the component and spot the issue fast?
• Are you comfortable steering projects from estimate to startup - while keeping safety, cost, and quality in balance?

Is this you?

The role at a glance

You will be the authority for PLCs and software driving production equipment in a high-performance wire and cable operation.

What you’ll tackle

• Own PLC and computer software supporting manufacturing assets.
• Build expert knowledge of wire/cable equipment and processes; apply it daily.
• Advise Maintenance on electrical/electronic troubleshooting and reliability.
• Run projects: scope, cost estimating, design/specs, approvals, purchasing, installation, commissioning, budget control, safety, and delivery.
• Direct outside electrical engineering, construction, and consulting providers.
• Manage third-party repairs for critical electronic components.
• Support the Engineering & Maintenance Manager with annual capital and expense budgets.
• Write and debug machine control logic; implement design updates across complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Translate electrical schematics into fast, accurate repairs.
• Use programming devices to diagnose PLC failures and drive improvements.
• Coach electricians on troubleshooting and programming AC/DC drives.
• Apply modern diagnostic tools - electrical test gear and computer-based analysis.
• Maintain thorough documentation and keep secure, redundant backups of all programs.
• Establish and sustain reliable industrial network communications.

What you bring

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronics Engineering; Associate in Electrical/Electronics preferred for alternative backgrounds.
• 5+ years in manufacturing; wire & cable experience is highly desirable.
• Advanced skills in PLC programming and CAD; Wonderware exposure is a plus.

Strengths that stand out

• PLC programming and machine control
• AC/DC drive systems
• Control logic design and debugging
• Wire and cable processes
• Wonderware familiarity
• CAD proficiency

Tech you’ll use

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• CAD software

About Prysmian

Prysmian is the global leader in energy and telecom cable systems. We manufacture thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables for power transmission and distribution each year, plus medium/low-voltage products for construction and infrastructure. Our telecom range includes optical fiber, copper cable, and connectivity for voice, video, and data. With 30,000 people across 50+ countries, your work here shapes how the world connects and powers up.