Prysmiangroup

New Product Development Engineer

United States · Work style not stated

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  • EmployerPrysmiangroup
  • LocationUnited States
  • Work styleWork style not stated
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Prysmian is the world’s leading manufacturer of wire and cable. Our North American footprint expanded in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney, Texas-based Encore Wire. With nearly 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 33,000 globally, every year Prysmian manufactures thousands of miles of underground and underwater cables for power transmission and distribution, medium and low voltage cables for construction and infrastructure as well as a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for telecommunications.

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 committed to excellence as we help transform the world around us.

Position Summary

The New Product Development Engineer supports the development, qualification, and commercialization of innovative wire and cable products. Working across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, Procurement, and Commercial teams, this role leads and supports product design, prototype development, laboratory testing, certification activities, manufacturing trials, and continuous product improvement. The position combines hands-on engineering work with data analysis, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver products that meet performance, regulatory, manufacturability, and cost objectives.

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Key Responsibilities

· Design and develop new cable products, materials, and component technologies.

· Support full product development lifecycle including concept development, design calculations, prototyping, qualification testing, certification, industrialization, and launch.

· Plan, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments while maintaining ISO 17025 testing practices.

· Prepare technical reports, engineering specifications, drawings, qualification summaries, and test plans.

· Apply structured problem-solving, root-cause analysis, statistical methods, and DOE techniques.

· Collaborate with manufacturing teams to execute plant trials and improve product/process performance.

· Support UL, CSA, ICEA, IEEE, ASTM and other certification and compliance activities.

· Evaluate new materials, compounds, and components for performance, processability, and cost effectiveness.

· Participate in product improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.

· Communicate project status, risks, recommendations, and qualification readiness to stakeholders.

· Support innovation initiatives and identify opportunities for intellectual property development.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.

· Ability to analyze test data and translate results into engineering recommendations.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in wire and cable, polymers, extrusion, materials engineering, or industrial manufacturing.

· Knowledge of UL, CSA, ICEA, IEEE, ASTM, ISO, RoHS, and related standards.

· Experience supporting prototype builds, manufacturing trials, and product qualification programs.

· Familiarity with laboratory testing environments and certification processes.

· Working knowledge of engineering change management and product lifecycle processes.

Core Competencies

· Product Development & Innovation

· Experimental Design and Validation

· Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Data Analysis & Statistical Methods

· Technical Communication

· Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization

· Safety, Quality & Compliance Focus

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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.

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