R&D Laboratory Engineer (wire and cable)

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking an R&D Laboratory Engineer in the United States to own product testing supporting development, qualification, and continuous improvement. You will design and execute lab tests, prepare technical reports, maintain records, and interact with external agencies for certification testing.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or Science, 2+ years in an industrial/R&D lab, and experience with ISO 17025 and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science or related technical discipline.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 quality systems.
• 2+ years hands-on lab calibration, testing schedules, and procedures in industrial or R&D lab.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze laboratory tests to support product development and continuous improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting testing activities, methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records per quality system requirements.
• Communicate certification testing results to external agencies (UL, CSA, DLA).
• Support ISO 17025 quality management system maintenance and improvement.
• Lead and participate in Design of Experiments and problem-solving activities.
• Provide technical guidance on test methods and validation strategies.
• Develop, validate, and document new test methods, procedures, and lab practices.
• Work independently while guiding laboratory technicians to meet objectives.
• Contribute to laboratory safety programs and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lab testing

Design of Experiments

Technical reporting

QA knowledge

Laboratory safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

Tools

Calibration equipment

ISO 17025 knowledge

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.

The R&D Laboratory Engineer will own product testing in support of product development including equipment maintenance and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze laboratory tests and experiments to support product development, qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports that document testing activities, analysis methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Communicate certification testing results and technical information to external agencies, including UL, CSA, and DLA.
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the ISO 17025 quality management system.
• Lead and participate in Design of Experiments (DOE) and structured problem-solving activities.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams regarding appropriate test methods and validation strategies.
• Develop, validate, and document new test methods, procedures, templates, and laboratory best practices.
• Work independently while providing direction and support to laboratory technicians to ensure project objectives are met.
• Actively contribute to laboratory safety programs, housekeeping initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 quality systems.
• 2+ years of hands‑on in lab equipment calibration, testing schedules, and procedures in an industrial or R&D lab.
• Experience in wire & cable or fiber optic industry strongly preferred.
• This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits and being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. You must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or recent lawful permanent resident to apply.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

You Should Be Proficient In

• CSA
• design of experiments
• DLA
• electrical testing
• equipment calibration
• fiber optic
• Flame testing
• FTIR
• ISO 17025
• ISO 9001
• laboratory best practices
• laboratory test methods
• new test methods
• physical testing
• quality management systems
• quality systems
• test methodsUL
• optical testing