Process Development Engineer — Fiber Optics Production

Prysmian USA; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian USA in Jackson, TN seeks a hands-on engineer to drive process improvements on high‑tech production lines. You will investigate trends, implement changes, and work closely with operators to boost throughput and quality.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Engineering and 0–3 years of manufacturing experience, with analytical problem‑solving, collaboration, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. Prior exposure to fiber optics or ERP tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• 0–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable in a dynamic production environment.
• Bonus exposure: fiber optics or wire & cable, ERP systems, Excel, or Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Investigate manufacturing trends and solve real production problems.
• Implement process changes to boost throughput and product quality.
• Partner with operators to optimize equipment performance and uptime.
• Support new product trials and iterate on process methods.
• Troubleshoot issues, assist with machine setups, and coordinate upgrades.
• Analyze run data to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production.
• Develop SOPs, training content, and technical documentation for consistency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Collaborative

Eager to learn

Adaptable

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

ERP systems

Job description

Ready to Build, Test, Improve?Work Hours: Day Shift (Weekdays)Do you light up when a process gets faster, cleaner, and more reliable? At Prysmian, you’ll turn data and collaboration into better ways of making fiber‑optic cables.Why This RoleFast‑paced, high‑tech manufacturing setting.Hands‑on work with advanced production lines.Real ownership of improvements that impact quality and efficiency.Accelerated learning for early‑career engineers.Your ImpactInvestigate manufacturing trends and solve real production problems.Implement process changes to boost throughput and product quality.Partner with operators to optimize equipment performance and uptime.Support new product trials and iterate on process methods.Troubleshoot issues, assist with machine setups, and coordinate equipment upgrades.Analyze run data to uncover improvement opportunities.Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production.Develop SOPs, training content, and technical documentation that drive consistency.Advance continuous improvement with Lean, 6S, and root‑cause analysis.Are You a Match?BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).0–3 years of manufacturing experience.Analytical thinker with strong problem‑solving skills.Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn.Comfortable in a dynamic production environment.Bonus exposure: fiber optics or wire & cable, ERP systems, Excel, or Minitab.Your GrowthJoin a global industry leader where your ideas are heard and your development is prioritized. At Prysmian, the work you do helps connect communities around the world.Ready to make measurable improvements? Let’s talk.