Divisional EHS Engineer

Investor Relations • Wilmington, NC

4d • $74,756 - $102,790

About The Position

The company built on breakthroughs.  Join us. 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. Role Purpose The Divisional Safety Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise, leadership, and strategic direction to ensure the division’s compliance with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations. This role partners closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams to identify risks, implement controls, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance across multiple sites. Provide EHS expertise, and practical support for Safety Excellence in all OFC manufacturing plants with the following objectives: a) ensure compliance with the rigorous safety program that protects the safety of our employees, contractors and visitors, b) maintain safety standards and governance processes aligned with the Corporation, and OFC training framework, c) develop technical solutions to improve safe manufacturing capability within North America. This role requires working within a complex manufacturing structure at a plant and division (OFC) level. The work is multi-dimensional in the areas of regional support and corporate regulations and compliance. It involves influencing sustainable change in cultural and technical aspects of manufacturing. This role will be considered focused mainly on managing projects in the North America region associated with Divisional Engineering and the Facilities organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in EHS and/or engineering and knowledge of process safety management requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with managing contractors for projects in construction environments, where hazard exposure is higher and independent oversight is required.
• Demonstrated manufacturing experience on a regional or multiple plant environment and cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; both organization and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, and other regulatory standards
• Willingness to travel within the division (typically 25%)

Nice To Haves

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Work experience in manufacturing.
• Fundamental understanding of technology delivery and innovation and management of related environmental challenges.
• Ability to influence without authority and drive behavioral change.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Responsible for providing oversite for Divisional Engineering projects to ensure work is being conducted in compliance with the federal, state and local Corporate Global Safety Solution and Divisional Contractor Standard Requirements.
• Support Design for Safety and Robustness reviews in addition to project team design reviews to ensure the required assessments are completed to ensure hazards are addressed and mitigated prior to implementation phase.
• Provide daily onsite safety leadership, including routine inspections, oversight of high‑risk work, permit administration (Hot Work, LOTO, etc.), and enforcement of PPE, safe work practices, and Corning/plant safety standards.
• Conduct training and onboarding, including contractor safety training, safety orientations, Pre-startup safety plan indoctrination, and coordination of toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings, and pre‑job briefs.
• Monitor and manage safety performance, maintaining safety metrics, scorecards, licensing/certification records, equipment inspections, and documentation of contractor work hours.
• Investigate incidents and hazards, performing accident/near‑miss investigations, root cause analyses, job hazard analyses, and participating in construction planning to identify and control risks.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, working closely with divisional/plant safety teams, project leaders, facilities, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety programs and expectations.
• Maintain proactive communication systems, ensuring employees can report unsafe conditions confidentially, providing timely feedback, and taking immediate corrective action when hazards are identified.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level