Sr. Manufacturing Engineer **Date:** Nov 6, 2024 **Location:** Concord, NC, US, 28026 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 65288 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. 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. **Scope of Position:** Capabilities engineer will provide division-level engineering for optical fiber manufacturing. This will include leading our capabilities in the preform manufacturing process. Independent project assignments will include cost reduction, process and raw material optimization, engineered safety improvements, standards and governance among sites, and ensuring manufacturing readiness for new processes. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + Champion fundamental engineering concepts to drive capability advancements in glassmaking processes. Identify, justify, and lead capacity, cost reduction, and process improvement projects that have division-wide implication. + Work between technology and plant manufacturing organizations to ensure smooth deployment of new technologies, products, and processes by identifying and leading implementation of required capabilities. + Collaborate with global manufacturing sites to coordinate and solve glassmaking-related issues and concerns. + Provide leadership with site-to-site standards and governance effort. This includes identifying, auditing, and driving compliance to governed process parameters across sites. **Travel Requirements:** + 15-20% (+/-) in North America. + Some international travel may be required. **Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 40+ hours per week.** + M-F but may require weekends depending on travel schedules or job assignment. **Required Education:** + B.S. in Engineering (Ceramics, Chemical, Materials or Mechanical preferred) **Required Years and Area of Experience:** + 4+ years’ experiences in manufacturing engineering, glass or material engineering is preferred. **Required Skills:** + Strong data analysis and statistical skills. Experience with statistical packages such as Minitab and JMP. Strong computer skills, including ability to analyze data using Excel and Access. + Strong mastery of fundamental engineering concepts with demonstrated ability to apply to manufacturing problems. + Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. + Ability to make sound technical decisions both within and outside areas of expertise. + Strong communication and presentation skills. + Provide disciplined project leadership in organization and management of all phases of small and large complex projects. + Able to collaborate with varied levels and functions within the organization, including manufacturing, technology, R&D, operations, procurement, IT, and supply chain. + Highly motivated, results oriented, and customer focused, with a high commitment level. **Desired Skills:** + Knowledge of glass or ceramic manufacturing. + Prior experience moving a new product or process from development into manufacturing. Statistical analysis experience. + Six Sigma DMAIC experience. **Soft Skills:** + Works well in a collaborative, team-based environment. Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of team. Possesses strong written and verbal communications skills. Personal initiative and commitment + Positive attitude, flexible and good work ethic **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $91,633.00 - $125,996.00 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 ourand 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. **Nearest Major Market:** Charlotte **Nearest Secondary Market:** Concord