Senior Product Development Engineer

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2 Locations
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead the development of low voltage and medium voltage cables, improve designs, support new products, and collaborate with teams to solve production challenges and enhance profitability.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 and 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 telecommunications 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.

Ready to make an impact in a company that values innovation and your growth?
At Prysmian, we’re looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking individual to join our Industrial and Construction team. If you enjoy solving problems, working with people, and driving change, this could be the perfect fit.
As part of our team, you’ll work closely with the Product Development Manager and play a key role in helping our customers succeed and grow. You’ll be involved in every stage of product development—from gathering requirements and improving designs to supporting new product launches. Expect a dynamic mix of hands-on work like factory trials and lab testing, along with strategic collaboration across departments.
What you’ll be doing:
  • Lead product development for low voltage tray cable, medium voltage, and building wire.
  • Design and run research projects to improve or create new products and processes.
  • Partner with product management to identify gaps and opportunities in our offerings.
  • Help reduce costs by introducing new materials and processes.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing to solve production challenges and improve designs.
  • Visit customers to support sales, launch products, and explore new development opportunities.
  • Provide technical support across sales, marketing, and manufacturing.
  • Coordinate product trials and ensure smooth execution.
  • Represent Prysmian at industry events and standards organizations like UL and CSA.
  • Act as a bridge between manufacturing and product teams to stay ahead of market trends.
  • Share technical updates with sales teams to unlock new business opportunities.
  • Deliver training on new products and applications to internal teams and customers.
What you bring:
  • Strong communication skills—you can explain technical concepts clearly to any audience.
  • Business savvy—you understand how product design impacts profitability.
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with solid project management skills.
  • A team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
  • Energetic, curious, and eager to learn.
  • Analytical mindset with a background in engineering.
  • Comfortable with PC tools and systems.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent).
  • At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing and product development/design.
  • Experience in wire and cable is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma problem-solving methods.
  • Willingness to travel (about 10%).

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.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].

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The Company
Highland Heights, Kentucky
12,899 Employees
Year Founded: 1871

What We Do

We work to be the sustainable link to the future. For more than 151 years, our company has been leading the industry of high-technology cables & systems for energy and telecommunications. Headquartered in Milan, Italy and spanning 50 countries (in North America, Europe, MEAT, LATAM, APAC), 105 plants, 25 research and development centers, and about 30,000 employees as of July 2023, we have a strategic footprint that allows us to service emerging markets and communities across the globe with ease. Our business model is diversified by portfolio and geographical area.
In 2022 we registered +16 billion € in sales and 509 million € net profit.
Today we drive the energy transition and worldwide digitalization.

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