Fibermaking Capabilities Engineer

Corning

8d•Onsite

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.

Requirements

BS or MS in the following Engineering Disciplines: Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Electrical or Ceramic Engineering
2+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Environment.
Strong data analysis and statistical skills.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Experience with experimental design.
Ability to use scientific method and engineering principles to solve problems thoroughly and effectively
Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively on all levels of an organization in a multinational setting across different cultures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Access and statistical packages such as Minitab, JMP, SPCXL a plus.
Summer Intern experience/progressive experience within the field of engineering
Green Belt Certification
Project Team Leadership
Shift supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Provide engineering-level support to manufacturing operations internationally
Solve process issues through rigorous data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues.
Provide trend analysis of key metrics and implement response plans.
Lead and/or provide support for projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new products
Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects.
Recommend/implement improvements to processes and equipment.
Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions.
Provide leadership or support for startup of new equipment lines.
Develop and update engineering and operations documentation.
Provide training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes.