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Sr. Engineer, Materials

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Date: Feb 11, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66680

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 


Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise.  We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Position Purpose

In this role you will apply Ceramic & Materials Science Engineering fundamental principles to solve technical challenges primarily related to glass and ceramic use in manufacturing processes. This corporate engineering role serves all existing businesses, with typical project assignments lasting 6 months to 2 years and ranging from initial research projects through stage 5 manufacturing support. Our organization serves a flexible base of resources and knowledge which facilitates rapid solution development and emphasizes strong technical competence. You will serve as a material expert with interactions including raw materials, suppliers, fabrication, research, development, and manufacturing.

Requirements

  • BS in Ceramic Engineering or Materials Science
  • Technical knowledge in ceramic/glass material processing, evaluation and failure mechanism understanding
  • Laboratory experience, hands on approach to developing and executing experimentation to drive to root cause understanding
  • High proficiency in written and verbal communication skills; report writing, clear concise PowerPoint presentation skills; comfortable presenting in front of groups
  • Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs

Desired

  • Master’s or PhD related to Ceramic Engineering or Materials Science
  • Refractory and glass material understanding; microstructure, chemistry, high temperature material interactions, process engineering basics, ceramic forming techniques; dry and wet processing, sintering expertise
  • Project management tools and approach
  • Statistical data analysis, utilization of designed of experiments

Responsibilities

  • Drive to root cause understanding of technical challenges to improve yield, extend asset life, reduce costs, improve product attributes and enable new products
  • Develop laboratory testing regimen and process simulations to extend knowledge base and support/disprove hypotheses
  • Work with laboratory staff to ensure optimal turnaround time and experimental efficiency
  • Work with external suppliers to identify best material solutions for project application
  • Share technical findings with colleagues ranging from technical peers to senior level leadership providing information which enables data-based decisions which drive to project success
  • Maintain high quality engineering principles, including extensive use of statistics, structured problem-solving methods such as KT, DOE, and DMAIC six sigma tools
  • Document all project findings in internal, structured reports and presentations; Protect Corning's intellectual property by filing invention disclosures for patent application

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $79,659.00 - $109,532.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

  • Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
  • Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
  • Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
  • Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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