Development Engineer
About The Position
The Development Engineer supports the design, development, and industrialization of optical fiber manufacturing processes and equipment. The role focuses on improving manufacturing capability, product quality, process efficiency, and cost through engineering solutions, experimentation, and root-cause analysis. The engineer works closely with technology development teams to develop and implement new manufacturing processes and products. Corning’s Optical Communications segment provides optical solutions for carrier and enterprise networks. Carrier network products support optical communications infrastructure for video, data, and voice services; enterprise network products serve businesses, governments, and individuals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, or Ceramics Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of engineering experience.
- Process engineering background with knowledge of mechanical interactions and design.
- Understanding of physics, heat and mass transfer, and their application to manufacturing processes.
- Experience using scientific methods and engineering principles to solve complex problems.
- Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience translating engineering solutions into process and equipment designs.
- Knowledge of data analysis and processing tools such as JMP, Python, and Power BI.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools such as Aspen, MATLAB, Fluent, or AutoCAD.
- Ability to evaluate data, recommend solutions, and communicate findings to project and department leaders.
Responsibilities
- Learn and understand draw processes, including forming, coating application, and coating/recoat materials.
- Design, develop, and improve manufacturing and characterization processes and equipment.
- Conduct experiments and root-cause analysis to identify process limitations and improvement opportunities.
- Support innovation testing on development assets and manufacturing equipment.
- Translate experimental findings into engineering requirements and process/equipment designs.
- Drive improvements in manufacturing yield, productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and cost.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new products and processes.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
