Optical Fiber Process Engineer – Early-Stage Development

Corning Inc.; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

401(k) matching

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Corning, NY, is seeking a Process Engineer focused on early-stage development of high-performance optical assemblies. You will design fixtures, evaluate materials, and drive affordable, high-yield processes to support AI-driven data processing advancements.

Join a team that advances fiber optics, displays, and life-enhancing technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, DMAIC/Lean methods, and collaboration across global teams to deliver robust manufacturing transfer.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience with mechanical assemblies.
• Hands-on lab experience with benchtop setups and evaluation testing.
• Familiar with materials including glass, metal, plastic, rubber, and epoxy.
• Design of Experiments to identify causal relationships between variables.
• Lean and DMAIC process improvement experience.
• Ability to work with diverse global cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with AI tools to enhance productivity and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Early-stage process development of fiber optic arrays and connector assemblies.
• Design of fixturing / tooling with hands-on assembly, alignment, and verification testing.
• Review of materials supporting product improvements, cost reductions, and reliability.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability principles to ensure high yields and low costs.
• Participate in team problem solving using structured methods / statistical tools.
• Analyze data for root cause investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with both internal and external resources to leverage expertise.
• Coordinate third party suppliers to drive completion of project milestones.
• Documentation of experimental plans and associated test procedures.
• Record process details to enable an efficient transfer to Manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Domestic travel up to 10% based on project assignments.

Skills

Design of Experiments

Lean & DMAIC

Analytical skills

AI tools usage

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD

FEM

Dimensional Eng

Finite Element Analysis

3D Printing

CNC Machining

Additive Manufacturing

Job description

Corning Inc. in Corning, NY, is seeking a Process Engineer focused on early-stage development of high-performance optical assemblies. You will design fixtures, evaluate materials, and drive affordable, high-yield processes to support AI-driven data processing advancements.

Join a team that advances fiber optics, displays, and life-enhancing technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, DMAIC/Lean methods, and collaboration across global teams to deliver robust manufacturing transfer.