Process Control Engineer — Fiber Manufacturing Automation

Prysmian; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian's Claremont Fiber Manufacturing Facility in the United States is seeking a Process Control Engineer to advance technology, quality, and performance of optical fiber manufacturing. You will blend process engineering, automation, data analytics, and continuous improvement to optimize production and implement automated manufacturing solutions.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, analyzing data to drive root-cause investigations, and designing control systems while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, productivity, and process stability.
• Monitor process performance, analyze data trends, and drive root-cause investigations for quality and equipment issues.
• Design, maintain, and improve PLC, HMI, SCADA, and other control systems supporting fiber manufacturing operations.
• Implement automation and process control improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, and product quality.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for process, automation, instrumentation, and equipment-related challenges.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve issues and improve plant performance.
• Lead continuous improvement, cost reduction, and capital project initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Support new product introductions, process qualifications, and equipment upgrades.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, KPIs, reporting tools, and control system standards.
• Collaborate with global Prysmian engineering teams to share best practices and implement innovative manufacturing solutions.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and provide occasional off-hours support as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Problem solving

Automation/controls knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMI/SCADA systems

Job description

Prysmian's Claremont Fiber Manufacturing Facility in the United States is seeking a Process Control Engineer to advance technology, quality, and performance of optical fiber manufacturing. You will blend process engineering, automation, data analytics, and continuous improvement to optimize production and implement automated manufacturing solutions.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, analyzing data to drive root-cause investigations, and designing control systems while