Sr. PVC Development Engineer
Southwire Company, LLC
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 8-11 years of experience in engineering.
- Strong background in materials science and engineering principles.
Responsibilities
- Develop engineering solutions for operations and maintenance.
- Analyze processes to improve reliability and cost-effectiveness.
- Implement multidisciplinary engineering practices.
Skills
Education
Job description
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and job‑site power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Cofer Center, Carrollton, US
Develops engineering solutions across operations, production, construction, and maintenance environments to enhance efficiency and performance. Analyzes engineering processes and identifies opportunities to improve system reliability, safety, and cost‑effectiveness. Implements multidisciplinary engineering practices to optimize functionality and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Acts as a specialist in advanced engineering practices, offering expert‑level insights into product development, system design, and technical problem‑solving to drive innovation and operational excellence across the organization.
- Advises senior leadership and cross‑functional teams on engineering best practices, identifying opportunities to enhance product performance, reduce development time, and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.
- Designs and develops industry‑leading systems and solutions by applying advanced engineering principles to address complex technical challenges and deliver high‑quality, sustainable products.
- Develops strategy for improving engineering processes and product design, ensuring that all systems and solutions are optimized for performance, cost‑efficiency, and market competitiveness.
- Implements systems to streamline engineering processes, increase productivity, and maintain consistent quality, all while adhering to industry regulations and standards.
- Coordinates externally with suppliers, vendors, and other external stakeholders to ensure that product development activities are aligned with external requirements, timelines, and specifications.
- Provides guidance to junior engineers and colleagues, offering mentorship and fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement to strengthen the engineering team’s capabilities.
- Coaches team members on the application of complex engineering concepts, helping to develop their problem‑solving abilities and ensuring they adhere to best practices for system design and implementation.
- Interfaces with senior management to communicate progress on engineering projects, provide actionable insights, and influence decision‑making in line with long‑term business goals.
- Bachelor's Degree: Materials Science/Engineering
- 8‑11 Years of Experience
- Master's Degree: Materials Science/Engineering
- 12‑14 Years of Experience
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No
Domestic: Up to 25%
- Moving: 5%
- Standing: 90%
- Sitting: 5%
Office
Computer/Keyboard
- Action Oriented
- Balances Stakeholders
- Collaborates
- Customer Focus
- Nimble Learning
- Plans and Aligns
- Agile Methodology
- Automation
- CI/CD
- Code Review
- Debugging
- Linux
- Scrum (Software Development)
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Unit Testing
- 401k with Matching
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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