Corning Incorporated · 2 months ago
Process Development Engineer
Hickory, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $117K/yrCorning Incorporated is a leading innovator in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Process Development Engineer will be responsible for developing new extrusion processes and cable products, advancing manufacturing capabilities, and delivering innovative solutions to meet customer needs.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and support cross-functional project teams to develop new products and processes that solve customer problems and create intellectual property
Design, modify, and optimize equipment and continuous manufacturing processes, including specification creation, implementation, and commissioning
Conduct research and experimentation to test hypotheses, enhance process understanding, and deliver inventive solutions
Collaborate with development technicians to execute experiments, collect and interpret data, and document results in technical reports and presentations
Evaluate manufacturability of proposed solutions and support initial implementation in global manufacturing sites (US, Germany, Poland, Mexico)
Interface with suppliers to resolve material issues and stay informed on new material developments
Perform risk assessments related to equipment, processes, environmental impact, and product reliability
Maintain strong interaction with global process development personnel and support product cost reduction initiatives
Qualification
Required
Engineering Bachelor's Degree
Proven ability to execute project assignments in a team-based environment
Strong foundation in engineering principles, particularly in extrusion and continuous manufacturing
Experience with tooling, equipment design, and process optimization
Ability to balance hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities
Preferred
Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering degree
Experience in fiber optic cable processes
Familiarity with polymer extrusion (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene, PBT)
Knowledge of mechanical design and/or PLC programming
Exposure to CAD tools and 3D modeling software (e.g., Inventor, Creo, KeyShot)
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.
Founded in 1851
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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