Process Engineer

Process Engineer

** Date:
** Feb 16, 2026

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* Location:

** Hickory, NC, US, 28601

** Company:
** Corning

Requisition Number: 71029

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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.

** Role Purpose*
* Apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices to effectively accomplish technical assignments and projects. Makes decisions independently based upon sound engineering and scientific methods. Actively participates within and beyond department boundaries to resolve important process and product issues. Enhance manufacturing capabilities through the implementation of new ideas and methods. Independently executes projects to fulfill department goals and objectives.

** Key Responsibilities*
* Provide day-to-day problem-solving support to production operations

Support the transfer of new cabling technology, materials, or processes from development to production. Provide processing support during product development, develop plans as to how the equipment/processes will be employed into production and ensure that the new technology is repeatable in a production environment prior to transfer. Ensure all production and maintenance documentation is completed such as MI's, SOP's, PM's, and calibration.

Analyze data to understand process capability and monitor process trends to drive continued manufacturing excellence

Interface with operators, team leaders and peers to develop and implement process, equipment, or safety improvements into manufacturing.

Identify process improvement and cost reduction projects based on analysis of process data. The individual is expected to utilize the scientific method to develop, test, and prove hypotheses.

Prepare cost justifications and capital requests for any new equipment purchases that may be required to achieve project goals.

Soft Skills:

Can establish a broad network across the engineering and technology organizations

Good verbal/written communication and presentation skills

Interpersonal skills - engaging, enabling, open

Planning and organization

Effective in managing multiple priorities

Can give and receive coaching to/from peers and Technicians

Travel Requirements:  Less than 10%

Hours of work/work schedule/flextime:  8am - 5pm, support off shift as needed

** Experiences/Education - Required*
* Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other technical field

+ 5 years experience in manufacturing environment

+ Creative/innovative problem solving

+ Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills

+ Able to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions

+ Results oriented and high commitment

+ The ability to learn new technology and processes quickly

+ Proven ability to mentor and develop talent, fostering individual growth and team success.

** Experiences/Education - Desired*
* + Mechanical Design Experience…