R&D Laboratory Engineer - Wire & Cable

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking an R&D Laboratory Engineer in Windham, CT to own product testing in support of development, qualification, and continuous improvement. You will design, execute, and analyze tests, prepare reports, and maintain laboratory records under ISO 17025 quality guidelines.

You will communicate testing results to UL/CSA/DLA, support QMS improvements, and lead DOE activities while guiding technicians to meet project objectives and maintain a safe lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science is required.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 quality systems.
• 2+ years of hands-on lab calibration and testing in industrial or R&D settings.
• Experience with flame testing, FTIR, physical, optical and electrical testing.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Lab testing

DOE (Design of Experiments)

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Quality systems (ISO 9001/17025)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Flame testing equipment

FTIR instrumentation

Electrical testing hardware

Optical testing equipment

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 experience in lab equipment calibration, testing schedules, and procedures in an industrial or R&D lab.
• Experience with flame testing, FTIR, physical, optical and electrical testing.
• 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.