Lexington Process Engineer
Prysmian Group•Lexington, SC
•Onsite
About The Position
The Process Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes for fiber optic cable production. This role ensures high-quality output, cost efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. The engineer will work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and support new product introductions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or similar Engineering related field.
- 1-year practical experience in manufacturing environment encompassing manufacturing engineering, statistical planning techniques, business systems, project management, and or quality control.
- Experience through internships or co-ops preferred.
- Knowledge of extrusion, polymer processing, and optical fiber handling is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity in statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in telecommunications or fiber optic cable manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with extrusion processes, including polymer handling and die design.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes for fiber optic cable production.
- Analyze process data to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs and work instructions.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve defects and maintain product integrity.
- Work with vendors on equipment upgrades and maintenance strategies.
- Collaborate with R&D on process requirements for new fiber optic cable designs.
- Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
- Support cost reduction projects without compromising quality.
- Provide technical support to production teams for process-related issues.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
