Process Engineer

Corning • Newton, NC

46d • $84,932 - $116,782 • Onsite

About The Position

Corning's fiber optic cable manufacturing operations are at the heart of global connectivity infrastructure — and our Process Engineers are central to keeping that engine running at its best. In this role, you'll apply your engineering expertise to design, optimize, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, driving quality, efficiency, and production readiness across the plant floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to apply the scientific method — developing, testing, and validating hypotheses — to diagnose and resolve manufacturing process issues

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or OriginPro
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC or PDCA
• Knowledge of plastic extrusion technologies, cabling processes and equipment, and/or UV-curable technologies
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience
• Project management experience including cost estimation, planning, and execution
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) fundamentals
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously and coordinate across engineering and operations teams

Responsibilities

• Analyze process data to assess capability, identify trends, and lead continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives using data-driven methods
• Provide engineering problem-solving support to production operations; implement process, equipment, and safety improvements in collaboration with operators, team leaders, and peers
• Manage capital projects end-to-end — from financial justification and equipment specification through installation, qualification, and operator training
• Support the transfer of new cabling technologies, materials, and processes from development into production, ensuring repeatability, documentation accuracy, and production readiness
• Establish product qualification plans and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and preventive maintenance records

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension benefit
• Matching contributions to 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

What This Job Offers

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