Sr. Engineer Process

Sr. Engineer Process

Corning is hiring a Process Engineer based in Corning, NY. This is an onsite role with relocation assistance available. Travel is a key part of the position and typically runs 50% or more depending on project needs, primarily within the U.S., with occasional international travel.

For engineers who want more variety, more real-world problem solving, and more exposure than a typical plant-based role can offer, this position provides a unique opportunity to work across multiple manufacturing sites, technologies, and business areas. You will be brought into important projects where process engineering support is needed most—whether that means helping with ramp-ups, new equipment, process changes, quality issues, or manufacturing performance improvements.

It is a strong fit for someone who wants to stay close to operations, build broad experience quickly, and make a visible impact in the field rather than following a purely office-based design path.

• Support the design and development of new processes and improvements to existing manufacturing processes at Corning facilities worldwide
• Partner with manufacturing sites to solve process problems, reduce defects, eliminate root causes, and improve overall process performance
• Support major initiatives such as new plant activity, line start-ups, equipment implementation, production ramp-ups, and quality improvement efforts
• Apply structured problem-solving methods such as designed experimentation, Six Sigma, and DMAIC to troubleshoot issues and drive sustainable improvements
• Analyze process data using statistical tools such as Pareto analysis, regression, time charting, analysis of variance, and gauge R&R to guide decision-making
• Help implement and strengthen process control and process discipline within manufacturing operations
• Work with suppliers to improve performance and help ensure measurement and inspection systems meet operational and customer needs
• Evaluate new raw materials, equipment, and process parameters to improve cost, quality, uptime, yield, cycle time, and safety
• Review performance data, communicate results against established objectives, and recommend immediate actions, long-term corrective actions, and follow-up experiments
• Document standard operating procedures, experiment plans, and process changes, and mentor operators and peers on established processes

Bachelor's degree in chemical, materials, ceramic, or mechanical engineering; master's degree preferred

Minimum of 2–4 years of relevant hands-on engineering or manufacturing experience, with a track record of successfully solving process problems based on fundamental understanding

Ability to apply engineering principles and practices to technical assignments and process improvement projects

Experience completing projects in a manufacturing organization

Strong analytical skills and the ability to make decisions based on data

Ability to use creative and practical problem-solving approaches to develop and implement solutions

Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and help integrate solutions

Must be able to travel significantly, typically 50% or more depending on project needs, primarily domestically, with occasional international travel as needed

Knowledge of manufacturing operations across complex or multi-site environments

Prior experience in a plant or manufacturing engineering group

Performance Excellence training, ideally Green Belt certification or higher

Lean manufacturing experience

Project management skills

Mechanical aptitude and equipment understanding

The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $ 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.

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.