Materials Development Engineer

Purpose of Position

Lead materials development activities related to COC (Corning Optical Communications) globally, focusing on materials for global use. Support active interaction with the COC Global Materials Group members as well with the materials groups within Corning. Apply expertise and innovation in polymer science and engineering to support new product development activities and assist with existing products. Assist with polymer compound selection and evaluation for cable applications and connector products.

Serve as a materials subject matter resource for product and project engineers for new product and process development efforts as well as assist manufacturing with solving materials-related problems. Also demonstrate technical leadership and innovation in the area of materials science and polymer engineering through rigorous mechanistic problem solving approaches.

• Conduct research, propose experiments and analyze data to test hypotheses to enhance understanding of products and processes and to provide Corning with inventive solutions toward new development efforts.
• Apply sophisticated scientific or engineering understanding to research or development problems, ideas or projects.
• Participate in project teams, providing polymer materials fundamental understanding and development support.
• Interface with suppliers and procurement to test and evaluate new materials, analytical equipment and services. Work with suppliers to resolve problems with materials as well as maintain relationship with suppliers to stay abreast of new material availability.
• Lead and support materials-focused development work for short and long-term R&D goals.
• Balance hands‑on work related activities with technical leadership related activities.
• Collaborate with research and manufacturing functions throughout product development cycle.
• Make assignments to technicians.
• Communicate and document results.

• Bachelors degree in material science, engineering or chemistry required - (0-2 years)
• Masters degree is a plus - (0-1 years)

• Experience with thermoplastic polymers / polymer compounds
• Relevant experience in product development or product testing
• Ability to develop new test methods for in-depth product characterization
• Ability to apply fundamental understanding & scientific principles to solve technical problems and identify product solutions
• Ability to document work and write reports in clear English that can convey technical investigation findings
• Ability to formulate testing protocols for desired material properties, starting with basic analytic capabilities (FTIR, TGA, DSC, …)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Sharepoint)

• Knowledge of engineering thermoplastics (also high temperature), silicone, polyurethane, thermoplastic elastomers and epoxy compounds
• Basic knowledge in sealing, encapsulation and physical support of materials for product development
• Basic knowledge of injection molding and/or extrusion
• Structure-property knowledge of engineering thermoplastics and elastomers
• Hands on experience with polymer characterization methods such as rheology, DMA, DSC, TGA, TMA, SEM and mechanical testing; understanding or experience with optical testing a plus
• Experiences with the evaluation of product lifetime
• International Work Experience

• Ability to work within a multicultural team environment
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to mentor other engineers and train others on primary knowledge base
• Expected to bring enthusiasm, Collaboratory, and innovative spirit
• Likes to present achievements and is open for constructive discussions

Travel details not specified.

40-50 hours/week

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,989.00-$ 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.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term…