Firing Process Engineer

Corning•Christiansburg, VA

2d•$84,932 - $116,782

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. Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with preference for Ceramic, Chemical, Materials, Mechanical Engineering or Physics
2+ or more years of hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing
Demonstrated effective project leadership on technical projects, working towards root cause and fundamental understanding
Sound ability to collaborate and achieve objectives through matrix organization / teams.
Self-motivated and self-starter: results oriented and can work independently with high commitment / energy
Strong technical curiosity and desire to learn
Ability to multi-task and prioritize engineering decisions with good planning with demonstrated organizational & planning skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated results delivering technical improvements in Manufacturing
Working knowledge of creating and analyzing DOE experiments
Experience with ceramic manufacturing
Knowledge of Thermal Dynamics, Firing Process
Advanced computer skills in Excel, Access, and Statistical Analysis Tools (Minitab or JMP)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with the technical curiosity to learn and bring new ideas
Flexibility and dedication to succeed support a positive can-do attitude

Responsibilities

Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives
Design and execute experiments, testing hypothesis that advance fundamental understand in support of process improvement
Develop testing plans (DOE) and perform data analysis to obtain fundamental understanding for kiln firing cycles and equipment related to its impact on process and product performance.
Work with Division Engineering resources to optimize test methods for improved fundamental understanding of raw materials, forming, and firing, and process impacts on batch rheology, formability, drying, firing, and physical properties
Develop and implement firing cycles for reduced cost, improved plant performance metrics, and improved process robustness.
Work directly with engineering and operations in fixing and resolving process issues
Work with operators, team leaders, and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, Lean, 5S, or safety improvements into manufacturing