Corning Incorporated · 9 hours ago
Sr. Engineer Materials
Corning, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $113K/yr
0+ years expCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Sr. Engineer Materials will apply Ceramic & Materials Science Engineering principles to solve technical challenges related to glass and ceramic in manufacturing processes, serving all existing businesses with project assignments lasting from 6 months to 2 years.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as expert in material properties and impact on Corning's products and processes
Drive to root cause understanding of technical challenges to improve yield, extend asset life, reduce costs, improve product attributes and enable new products
Develop laboratory testing regimen and process simulations to extend knowledge base and support/disprove hypotheses
Work with laboratory staff to ensure optimal turnaround time and experimental efficiency
Work with external suppliers to identify best material solutions for project application
Share technical findings with colleagues ranging from technical peers to senior level leadership providing information which enables data-based decisions which drive to project success
Maintain high quality engineering principles, including extensive use of statistics, structured problem-solving methods such as KT, DOE, and DMAIC six sigma tools
Document all project findings in internal, structured reports and presentations. Protect Corning's intellectual property by filing invention disclosures for patent application
Qualification
Required
MS or PhD in Ceramic Engineering or Materials Science Engineering
0-5 years of experience in Ceramic or Materials Engineering role
Deep technical knowledge in ceramic/glass material processing, evaluation and failure mechanism understanding
Laboratory experience, hands on approach to developing and executing experimentation to drive to root cause understanding
Multi-tasking mandatory – balance multiple project responsibilities with different technical focus areas
User of existing literature to facilitate learning - internal and external publications, ASTM standards, journals, conference proceedings, etc
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful working relationships with internal business customers, external suppliers and co-workers
High proficiency in written and verbal communication skills; report writing, clear concise PowerPoint presentation skills; comfortable presenting in front of groups ranging from technical peers to senior level leadership
Preferred
Refractory and glass material understanding; microstructure, chemistry, high temperature material interactions, process engineering basics, ceramic forming techniques; dry and wet processing, sintering expertise
Project management tools and approach
Statistical data analysis, utilization of designed of experiments
Benefits
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.
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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