Requisition Number: 76654
Scope of RoleCorning's Optical Fiber & Cable division is seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical expertise and engineering support for chemical technology, pollution abatement, and facility systems within optical fiber manufacturing. This is a hands-on role for an early-career engineer who thrives on data-driven problem solving in a fast-paced, outdoor manufacturing environment based in Concord, NC.
Work Hours, Location and Travel RequirementsLocation : Concord, NC
Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: ~8 hours/day 40 hours/week. This position requires off-hours coverage on nights and weekends on a rotating basis with co-workers.
Travel Requirements: Less than 5%
Key Responsibilities- Provide process understanding and technical support for chemical technology, pollution abatement, and facility systems supporting optical fiber manufacturing
- Diagnose and resolve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts
- Lead and support projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new product/process introduction
- Analyze key process metrics, identify trends, and implement response plans
- Support startup of new equipment and systems; develop and maintain engineering and operations documentation
- Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and provide training to engineering and operations personnel on equipment and process changes
Experiences/Education - Required- Bachelors in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
- 1+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong data analysis and statistical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access (queries, databases)
- Experience with experimental design
- Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills
- Project management experience
Experiences/Education - Desired- Masters in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as Maximo
- Proficiency with statistical and data tools: SQL, PI Processbook, Databricks, and/or PowerBI
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Wastewater and process water experience
- Experience with mechanical drawings and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
- Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting
- Experience presenting technical solutions and network designs to audiences ranging from field technicians to senior leadership
- Diagnoses root cause of process and equipment issues using structured problem-solving and experimental methods
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $82,974.00 - $114,090.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
