Senior Materials Engineer

Requisition Number: 78240

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​ 

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   ​Come break through with us.  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.

Scope of Role Corning’s Optical Communications division is seeking a Materials Engineer to lead raw material cost reduction initiatives for optical cables on a global scale. In this role, you will apply materials expertise and engineering rigor to improve manufacturing processes, develop material substitution roadmaps, and deliver measurable cost and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Lead regional and global materials projects targeting raw material cost reduction, improved process consistency, and maintained or enhanced product quality

Assess material change implications on quality architecture; drive early identification of specification changes and coordinate cross-functional engagement and implementation

Partner with Technology Materials, Division Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to understand raw material specifications and develop alternate and substitution material roadmaps

Solve manufacturing process issues through data analysis, structured experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts

Document and communicate lessons learned and technical insights across organizational boundaries and manufacturing sites

Location, Work Hours and Travel Requirements

Location:

Hickory, NCHours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week Travel:
Up to 25% to various manufacturing sites in the division (Includes both domestic and international travel)
Experiences/Education
- Required Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials, Chemical, Mechanical, or Polymer Engineering and Science.
5+ years’ experience in a Manufacturing Environment. Demonstrated ability to apply scientific methodology and data-driven analysis to diagnose and resolve complex manufacturing problems

Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools, including Microsoft Excel, Access, and Minitab or equivalent

Experiences/Education
- Desired Experience synthesizing data from multiple sources to establish and communicate technical direction

Experience leading cross-functional engineering or materials projects with accountability for measurable business outcomes

Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting

Project management experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  The range for this position is $95,402.00 - $ assuming full time…