Process Engineer
Corning•Concord, NC
•$82,974 - $114,090•Onsite
About The Position
Corning's Optical Fiber & Cable division is seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical expertise and engineering support for chemical technology, pollution abatement, and facility systems within optical fiber manufacturing. This is a hands-on role for an early-career engineer who thrives on data-driven problem solving in a fast-paced, outdoor manufacturing environment based in Concord, NC.
Requirements
- Bachelors in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
- 1+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong data analysis and statistical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access (queries, databases)
- Experience with experimental design
- Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills
- Project management experience
Nice To Haves
- Masters in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as Maximo
- Proficiency with statistical and data tools: SQL, PI Processbook, Databricks, and/or PowerBI
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Wastewater and process water experience
- Experience with mechanical drawings and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
- Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting
- Experience presenting technical solutions and network designs to audiences ranging from field technicians to senior leadership
Responsibilities
- Provide process understanding and technical support for chemical technology, pollution abatement, and facility systems supporting optical fiber manufacturing
- Diagnose and resolve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts
- Lead and support projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new product/process introduction
- Analyze key process metrics, identify trends, and implement response plans
- Support startup of new equipment and systems; develop and maintain engineering and operations documentation
- Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and provide training to engineering and operations personnel on equipment and process changes
- Diagnoses root cause of process and equipment issues using structured problem-solving and experimental methods
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
- Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness programs
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
