Requisition Number: 78579
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role PurposeCorning is a world leader in specialty glass and optical fiber, and this role sits at the center of that innovation. As a Senior Process Engineer, you will provide engineering expertise across Corning's optical fiber manufacturing operations - driving cost reduction, performance improvement, and manufacturing readiness for new technologies and processes. You will partner across technology development and plant manufacturing organizations globally, with up to 25% domestic and international travel.
Key Responsibilities- Lead multi-stage engineering projects across optical fiber manufacturing, spanning cost reduction, performance improvement, and engineered safety initiatives
- Serve as the technical bridge between technology development and plant manufacturing organizations, ensuring smooth deployment of new processes, products, and platforms
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies - including DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Kepner-Tregoe (KT) - to resolve process and equipment issues
- Support cross-location governance efforts and facilitate shared learnings across global manufacturing sites
- Provide engineering guidance to global manufacturing operations and mentor junior engineers and technicians
Experiences/Education - Required- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, or Chemical preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, DOE, or equivalent)
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Databricks, PowerBI, Minitab, JMP, Microsoft Excel, or SAS
- Proven ability to lead engineering projects across multiple stages, from concept through deployment
Experiences/Education - Desired- Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Science
- Experience in optical fiber manufacturing or a closely related specialty materials environment
- Background in global manufacturing and engineering
- Formal project management certification (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt)
- Familiarity with financial management concepts applied to engineering projects
- Experience supporting new technology deployment and manufacturing readiness initiatives
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $97,286.00 - $133,768.00 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.
