Controls Automation Engineer

About Prysmian :

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 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 telecommunication 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.

Work Location : Claremont, NC

Position Summary :

The candidate will join the Automation Group to support the manufacturing of optical fiber by providing technical expertise in PC and PLC-based controls and automation. This role involves developing and maintaining PLC programs for production and facility equipment, troubleshooting daily production issues, and supporting improvement projects. The individual will also assist in commissioning new equipment, ensure proper backups of all programs and critical files per plant standards, and provide occasional off-hours support. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with technical staff to optimize processes and performing other duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities :

• Apply expertise in fiber optic or other highly automated manufacturing processes to optimize production efficiency.
• Program and maintain Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Schneider Electric (Modicon), and Siemens PLCs to ensure reliable control systems.
• Develop PLC programs using IEC languages such as Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Charts, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including Profibus, Ethernet, and Modbus+.
• Design and implement SCADA software solutions, managing PC-to-PLC and PC-to-database transactions for seamless data flow.
• Program and integrate servo drives and motion controllers to support advanced automation and precision control.

Knowledge and skill requirements :