Optical Fiber Materials Engineer – SME

Corning Incorporated; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Wilmington, NC seeks an experienced materials engineer to become the SME for raw materials used in optical fiber production, developing opportunities for cost reduction, supply assurance, and quality improvements across manufacturing.

You will lead cross-functional teams, evaluate new materials from suppliers, and collaborate with Global Supply Management to optimize the materials portfolio. Travel is approximately 25% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering or Chemistry.
• Experience with polymers is a plus.
• 10+ years manufacturing experience or PhD with 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Experience with raw materials specs in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Understand function of each raw material used in optical fiber manufacturing.
• Develop into the subject matter expert for raw materials.
• Lead cost reduction and supply-chain improvements related to materials.
• Understand drivers for cost and quality in UV curable coatings.
• Supervise the Manufacturing Coating Engineer.
• Lead or assist teams resolving performance and quality issues.
• Test and implement raw materials from new suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with Global Supply Management on raw material concerns.
• Support priority adjustments as dictated by business conditions.
• Sponsor and lead projects for cost reduction and quality initiatives

Skills

Technical decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Multi-tasking

Education

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering / Materials Science / Engineering / Chemistry

Job description

Corning Incorporated in Wilmington, NC seeks an experienced materials engineer to become the SME for raw materials used in optical fiber production, developing opportunities for cost reduction, supply assurance, and quality improvements across manufacturing.

You will lead cross-functional teams, evaluate new materials from suppliers, and collaborate with Global Supply Management to optimize the materials portfolio. Travel is approximately 25% domestically and internationally.