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Process Engineer

Prysmian Group

Jackson, Tennessee

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Analysis Software, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Processing, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electricity, Engineering, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fiber Optic Cable, Identify Issues, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Minitab, Multitasking, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Control Engineering, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Management, Process Manufacturing, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Project Engineering, Project Tracking, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jackson, Tennessee
POSTED
19 days ago
Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer supports process improvement activities that enhance product quality, production efficiency, and equipment performance within the fiber‑optic cable manufacturing environment. This role focuses on assisting with data collection, evaluating production methods, supporting equipment setups, and participating in troubleshooting efforts. The position involves working closely with senior engineers and production teams to implement process adjustments, support new product trials, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:
  • Monitor daily manufacturing processes and report abnormalities, trends, or out‑of‑control conditions to senior engineering staff.
  • Collect, organize, and analyze process data to support improvements in process control and manufacturing capability.
  • Assist with basic engineering calculations and data summaries to support decision‑making.
  • Support continuous improvement activities using established methodologies (Lean, 6S, root cause analysis).
  • Participate in problem‑solving efforts to help identify and eliminate sources of scrap, downtime, and process variation.
  • Assist senior engineers with implementing process changes, trials, and adjustments for new product introductions.
  • Help create and maintain Machine Instructions (MI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other technical documentation.
  • Support process and product audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance requirements.
  • Assist with machine setups, tooling adjustments, and basic equipment troubleshooting under guidance.
  • Participate in equipment commissioning activities and small-scale upgrades as assigned.
  • Work with production operators and technicians to ensure processes run safely and correctly.
  • Communicate process updates to operators and other team members under supervision.
  • Assist in developing training materials to support workforce skill development.
  • Support engineering projects, including building schedules, tracking progress, and gathering technical data.
  • Assist in maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) on a weekly and monthly basis.
  • Contribute to basic project or engineering reports for internal use.
  • Work with Engineering Design, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to help ensure manufacturing processes meet customer and division requirements.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field preferred).
  • 0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in fiber‑optic or wire & cable manufacturing is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, engineering tools, or basic data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Minitab) is an advantage.
  • Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow into increased responsibility over time.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

About the Company

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Prysmian Group

Prysmian is world leader of the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, with some 19,000 employees across 50 countries worldwide.

Prysmian Group operates 10 plants in North America serving the telecom and energy markets. The Group consists of Prysmian and Draka, two of the strongest and most respected commercial brands in the industry, whose highly complementary products and services meet the needs for two distinct sectors: Telecom Cables & Systems produces optical fibers, optical cables and connectivity for video, data and voice transmission. Prysmian Group has two fiber optic manufacturing facilities in the United States covering 1.5 million square feet, including the only co-located fiber and cable facility in North America.

In our energy business, we design and produce cables and systems for the transmission and distribution of low, medium, high and extra high voltage systems. In 2009, Prysmian built the only Vertical Continuous Vulcanization line in North America in the Abbeville, SC plant. This facility is used to produce insulated high voltage cables. In addition, the group has a manufacturing facility in Prescott, Ontario to meet Canada’s power cabling needs.

A key factor in managing the Group's business is attention to sustainable development and the environment. As part of its activities, the Prysmian Group is involved in implementing management and production processes which help improve environmental sustainability and safety at work, in accordance with the guidelines of its HSE policy.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Manufacturing - Other
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1879
WEBSITE
https://www.prysmiangroup.com/en/careers/what-we-offer/sell-it-program

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