Assistant Product Development Manager Jobs in Rhode Island

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.

R&D Rubber Materials Chemist/Engineer

Prysmian Group

Prysmian Group is seeking a hands-on innovator and change champion with deep expertise in rubber and polymer materials to join our Product Development team. Reporting to the Product Development Manager, you will play a critical role in advancing our materials technology, formulation development and supporting the growth of high-performance cable solutions.

In this role, you will collaborate with internal teams and customers to understand application needs and engineer advanced rubber compounds that drive product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

What You'll Do

As a Rubber Materials Chemist, you will own end-to-end development of elastomer-based solutions, from concept through commercialization:

• Design, develop, and optimize rubber and elastomeric compounds for advanced applications

• Conduct applied research and formulation work to improve material properties such as flexibility, durability, thermal resistance, and electrical performance

• Lead new product development (NPD) initiatives, including requirement gathering, testing, validation, and commercialization

• Modify and enhance existing rubber formulations to improve product functionality, cost-efficiency, and performance

• Plan and execute laboratory experiments, pilot trials, and production-scale validations

• Analyze mechanical, thermal, and electrical test data to drive material improvements and innovation

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams to successfully launch new products

• Support new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives across business segments

• Develop detailed technical documentation, formulations, and specifications for manufacturing scale-up

• Stay at the forefront of advancements in rubber compounding, elastomer chemistry, and materials science

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer/Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field

• 3+ years of experience in rubber compounding, elastomer development, or materials engineering

• Strong understanding of rubber formulation, additives, fillers, curing systems, and processing

• Experience working in cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or product development environment

• Passion for developing high-performance, cost-effective materials that drive business success

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-7 years of hands-on experience in rubber or polymer product development

• Experience supporting lab, pilot, and production trials in an industrial setting

• Knowledge of applications such as cable insulation, jacketing, or industrial elastomers

• Familiarity with material testing methods (mechanical, rheological, thermal, electrical)

Work Environment

• Combination of lab, pilot, and office environments

• Hands-on work with compounding equipment and testing instruments

• Ability to lift 10-25 lbs regularly and up to 30 lbs occasionally

• Fast-paced, collaborative environment requiring adaptability and problem-solving

• Occasional travel as required

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