Project Leader, Glass Core Development

Corning•City of Corning, NY

3d•$183,877 - $252,831

About The Position

The Development & Engineering (D&E) Leader leads a technology team developing materials solutions for advanced packaging, with a focus on the Glass Core program. The role sets and executes the Glass Core product strategy, leads development of new products and processes, and establishes scalable capabilities. Working closely with the Glass Core leadership team and global colleagues, the D&E Leader delivers business strategy, sets D&E priorities, and builds partnerships with value-chain partners and suppliers. In the short term, the position reports to the VP, Fusion Technology and Engineering in CGI and has a dotted-line relationship to the Glass Core Program Director. The role leads cross-functional technology development from early-stage work through manufacturing readiness; oversees finished-panel product and process development; and advances internal capabilities for through-glass vias and metallized TGV. It includes collaboration with contract manufacturers, equipment vendors, facilities, customers, and internal technology and business leaders. The position requires 30–50% domestic and international travel and flexibility to work across multiple time zones.

Requirements

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, or another relevant science or engineering discipline.
15–20 years of early- to mid-stage technology delivery experience, with demonstrated success leading global teams.
At least 10 years of experience as a D&E Leader of significant scope.
Demonstrated project leadership experience achieving results through a highly matrixed team.
Ability to communicate technical content clearly to broad audiences and provide concise project strategies, resource needs, and status updates.
Strong technical leadership skills and ability to develop unique solutions to technical challenges in semiconductor applications.
Ability to manage highly ambiguous situations and lead early-stage innovation projects.
Availability for significant domestic and international travel; travel is 30–50%.
Effective executive communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with global, matrixed teams.
Ability to build and execute strategy.
Ability to work 40 hours per week with flexibility, including across multiple time zones.

Nice To Haves

Corning experience in a large innovation program (highly desirable).
Experience in semiconductor or advanced packaging solutions, including metallization processes.
Working knowledge of glass properties, light-matter interactions, and etching chemistries.
Experience in cleanroom and/or pilot-scale operations.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional project teams in technology development, primarily scaling work from early-stage to manufacturing-ready.
Define project workstreams and objectives, identify resources, manage financial accounting, and engage stakeholders.
Serve as a member of the business team, coordinating strategy and activities with program, R&D&E, and business leaders.
Act as the primary technical liaison to third-party collaborators and suppliers.
Own and execute strategy for product and process development, D&E capabilities, and scale-up facilities.
Lead the D&E team across Surfaces, Laser, and Thin Films & Coatings capabilities in SP, AO Dev, CTCK, CRCT, and CATC.
Lead finished-panel product and process development, including the shipping package, to deliver cleanroom-ready quality at the cost target at FZ and CPM.
Lead and manage engagement with contract manufacturers and third-party collaborators, including equipment vendors.
Establish and demonstrate internal capability for through-glass vias and metallized TGV, including capital strategy and execution, engagement with Facilities, and assessment of TGV and metallization partners.
Support and lead customer engagement, including with BOE and LGIT.
Partner with the Tech/Research leader on business technology strategy.
Support and contribute to business strategy, including product and capability strategy, and manufacturing strategy.

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
Matching contributions to the 401(k) savings plan; total company contributions to retirement accounts can reach 7% to 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid parental leave and family building support.
Fitness benefits.
Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
Disease management programs.
Paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Recognition program.