Early-Stage Process Development Engineer

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications.

The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Corning is seeking a Development Engineer to support early‑stage development of innovative, automated manufacturing processes using new and emerging technologies. This role focuses on the technical development of new processes and products, applying scientific methods and data‑driven approaches to improve manufacturing performance. Projects may support any Corning division or research and development organization.

• Lead technical development of new processes and products with a strong focus on automation.
• Learn and apply new technologies, materials, and formulations to termination and fabrication processes.
• Improve processes and resolve technical challenges using fundamental engineering principles, the scientific method, and Designed Experiments (DOE).
• Reduce defects by identifying and eliminating root causes.
• Apply DMAIC methodology and advanced statistical analysis tools.
• Improve manufacturing cost, quality, uptime, yield, cycle time, and safety.
• Evaluate new raw materials, define process parameters, and develop or specify new processing equipment.
• Document experimental plans, results, and process changes.
• Support cross‑divisional and R&D projects across Corning.

• Design and develop new processes or improve existing ones with an emphasis on scalable automation for global deployment.
• Establish operational windows and control ranges based on experimental data.
• Assist in project planning and execute task plans to meet deliverables.
• Develop and maintain process development technical guidelines.
• Collaborate with local plant experts and global subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Ensure manufacturing requirements are clearly defined and documented in collaboration with manufacturing, production, and engineering teams.
• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing and production personnel.
• Develop and implement project documentation with plant personnel.
• Apply structured problem‑solving methodologies such as Kepner‑Tregoe (KT), DOE, and Six Sigma.
• Implement process control and process discipline systems.
• Analyze process data using statistical tools (Pareto charts, regression, time series, ANOVA, Gage R&R, etc.).
• Interpret data and recommend immediate actions, long‑term corrective actions, and follow‑up experiments.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Document new ideas and innovations for potential patent submissions.
• Design and test tooling and fixtures from prototyping through high‑volume production.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of personal initiative and commitment.
• Excellent organization, planning, and…