New Product Development Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and qualify innovative wire and cable products for power transmission, distribution, and telecommunications.
Role type
New Product Development Engineer (Hardware/Materials) (via careerplan.io/jobs/R-36957-new-product-development-engineer-at-prysmiangroup)
Builds
Underground, underwater, and optical fiber cables for power and data transmission
Domain
Electrical engineering, materials science, industrial manufacturing
Required skills
Product design, laboratory testing, statistical analysis, technical documentation, root-cause analysis, certification compliance, cross-functional collaboration, project management, material evaluation, cost optimization
Preferred skills
Wire and cable industry experience, polymer and extrusion knowledge, UL/CSA/IEEE standards familiarity, prototype build execution, manufacturing trial support, engineering change management
Technologies
DOE techniques, ISO 17025 testing practices, engineering drawing tools, statistical software
Responsibilities
Design and develop new cable products and component technologies; execute laboratory experiments and analyze test data; prepare technical reports and engineering specifications; collaborate with manufacturing for plant trials; support certification activities (UL, CSA, IEEE, ASTM); evaluate new materials for performance and cost; participate in cost-reduction initiatives; communicate project status and risks to stakeholders.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC