Process Engineer - Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing

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 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.