Senior Engineer - Specialty Product Development

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.

Product Development Engineer responsible for managing New Product Development and Design to Cost projects from justification and proof of concept through to industrialization. This position works with cross-functional team to achieve project objectives and requires outstanding communication skills, ability to collaborate, and high level of creativity. In this role there is high level of accountably for meeting project targets and communicating status to key stakeholders and latitude for conducting day-to-day tasks. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare product development designs for new / enhanced products.
• Assess plant capabilities related to new product manufacturing.
• Prepares recommended prototypes and test plans for internal labs and third-party approval agencies. 
• Participate in factory level experimental trials concerning new products and compound implementation.
• Responsible for third party (UL, ETL, CSA, etc.) submittals listings and final approval adopting the widest range of approval that can be granted. Develop Design savings (DTC) plans with purchasing, implement and measure.
• Support manufacturing in new product industrialization, as required.
• Maintain progress and report on key product development activities.
• Actively participate in appropriate technical committees and standards development (e.g., UL, CSA, IEEE, ICEA).
• Coordinate with Material Labs to ensure all new materials are properly approved. 
• Coordinate information sharing between Cable Design, Manufacturing, Quality and other systems

Specific Skills/Training Required

• Outstanding communication (verbal & written) with factory floor associates, peers and upper management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Technical writing
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft tools (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Rubber & Plastics formulation development and compounding 
• Ability to contribute in a team environment
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision

Education/Experience Required

• BS degree in Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related area.
• 2-4 years' experience in wire and cable product development preferred
• Knowledge of extrusion processing preferred

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. 

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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Prysmian is the world leader in wire and cable manufacturing. From the depths of the ocean to the pinnacles of the world’s tallest buildings, we drive new forms of energy and information to each and every corner of the earth. We offer the widest range of services and know-how in the industry. Each year, Prysmian manufactures thousands of miles of underground and underwater cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity systems for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunications sector. With over 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.