Process Engineer

Prysmian Group; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group in the United States is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for fiber optic cable production, ensuring high-quality output and cost efficiency. The role collaborates with production, quality, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and support new product introductions.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering and hands-on experience in manufacturing, extrusion, polymer handling, and SPC data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial engineering.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience; internships preferred.
• Knowledge of extrusion, polymer processing, and optical fiber handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and improve processes for fiber optic cable production.
• Analyze data to identify inefficiencies and apply corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve defects.
• Work with vendors on equipment upgrades and maintenance.
• Partner with R&D on process requirements for new designs.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma projects to reduce waste and boost throughput.
• Provide technical support to production teams for process issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

SPC knowledge

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

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Overview

The Process Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes for fiber optic cable production. This role ensures high-quality output, cost efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. The engineer will work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and support new product introductions.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

• Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes for fiber optic cable production.
• Analyze process data toidentifyinefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Develop andmaintainprocess documentation, including SOPs and work instructions.

Quality & Compliance

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve defects andmaintainproduct integrity.

Equipment & Technology

• Work with vendors on equipment upgrades and maintenance strategies.
• Collaborate with R&D on process requirements for new fiber optic cable designs.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Support cost reduction projects without compromising quality.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Provide technical support to production teams for process-related issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent solutions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical,Industrialor similar Engineeringrelated field.

Experience

• 1-year practical experience in manufacturing environment encompassing manufacturing engineering, statistical planning techniques, business systems, project management,and orquality control. Experience through internships or co-ops preferred.
• Knowledge of extrusion, polymer processing, and optical fiber handling is a plus.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarityinstatistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Other

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previousexperience intelecommunications or fiber optic cable manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience withextrusion processes, including polymer handling and die design.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and production lines.
• Occasional lifting of materials and standing for extended periods.