PLCs & Wire & Cable Automation Engineer

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

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.