Corning Incorporated · 1 month ago
Senior Process Development Engineer
Hickory, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$102K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science, seeking to advance early-stage process development for automation. The Senior Process Development Engineer will evaluate new technologies and materials, collaborate with engineers to develop innovative process technologies, and support projects across various divisions.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design and develop new process methods and build automation prototypes for fiber optic termination
Utilize, develop, or build prototypes to develop process parameters, process capability, and projected rate of industrial system
Create operational ranges for parameters defined from experimental development
Support project teams and the definition of project deliverables and timelines
Work with internal and external subject matter experts to identify key processing technologies and determine feasibility
Engage global manufacturing plants to capture manufacturability of proposed solutions and support initial implementation of new process technologies
Collaborate with internal and external equipment and tooling designers to establish functional requirements
Solve problems and improve processes based on fundamental understanding
Structured problem-solving methods such as KT, Designed Experimentation, and Six Sigma
Capture new ideas for possible patent submission
Author technical reports disseminating experimental findings
Ensure that requirements are properly developed and documented in conjunction with appropriate manufacturing, development, and commercial personnel
Analyze process data using statistical tools (e.g. pareto, regression, time charting, analysis of variance, gauge R&R, etc.)
Define experimental plans, measurement methods, and mechanical setups for evaluation of key learning objectives
Carry out experimental plans by setting up equipment (such as various types of measurement systems and mechanical apparatus), performing experimentation, data collection & analysis, and providing test reports
Maintain and improve a safe work environment
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, or Equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering
Minimum 2 years of experience in a research or experimental laboratory environment working with electrical/mechanical assemblies and testing
Hands-on experience in building lab-based prototypes
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and within multi-national groups
Ability to work in technical project teams in a team member role
Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Experience in automation process design
Design products or manufacturing processes using CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience with laser processes and applications
Ability to interpret drawings and schematics
Capable of performing complex data analysis using MS excel (SPC), or statistical software such as JMP or Minitab
Familiar with fiber optic theory
Proficient in the use of DOE, SPC, Six Sigma and other process control/analysis techniques to recommend decisions based on thorough data analysis
Project management experience and demonstrated application of project management tools
Proactively collaborates throughout an organization and drives technical culture
Experience with discrete assembly processing
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
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.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gabrielle Bailey
CEO & Executive Communications
Steve Warneke
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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