Process Engineer II

Corning, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Long-term incentives

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning’s Solar Modular operation seeks an experienced process engineer to lead manufacturing improvements, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive continuous enhancement across yield, cost, and quality. You will collaborate with Operations, Equipment Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to implement scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, statistical analysis, and leadership of cross-functional projects to advance safe, high-yield production in a rigorous environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 5+ years in process or manufacturing engineering or related environment.
• Experience developing or improving manufacturing processes and maintaining process parameters.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support and optimize Solar Modular manufacturing processes.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Use statistical and data analysis to reduce process variation and guide decisions.
• Run process trials, qualifications, and validations for new products and equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for yield, scrap, and cycle time and maintain SOPs.

Skills

Process engineering

Root-cause analysis

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, Manufacturing, or Automation Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Requisition Number: 79850

The company built on breakthroughs.

Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations– not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Overview

Join Corning's Solar Modular operation and help shape the manufacturing processes behind safer, higher-yield, lower-cost production. You'll lead process troubleshooting and continuous improvement and support the launch of new products, materials, and equipment. You'll partner closely with Operations, Equipment Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance. Core hours are generally Monday through Friday, with flexibility for manufacturing floor time across shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support and optimize Solar Modular manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, yield, cost, and capacity.

• Lead root-cause investigations of complex process and product-quality issues and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.

• Use statistical and data analysis to reduce process variation, improve process capability, and guide decisions.

• Run process trials, qualifications, and validations to introduce new products, materials, and equipment, partnering with Equipment Engineering and Maintenance from installation through start-up.

• Lead continuous improvement projects for yield, scrap, and cycle time, and maintain process parameters, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, Manufacturing, or Automation Engineering, or a related engineering or technical discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, or a related technical environment.

• Experience developing, supporting, or improving manufacturing processes, including maintaining process parameters, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Experience leading process troubleshooting and root-cause investigations and implementing sustainable corrective actions.

• Experience using manufacturing data and statistical analysis to support engineering decisions.

• Experience leading technical projects or cross-functional manufacturing initiatives with Operations, Equipment Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in solar module, wafer, semiconductor, glass, electronics, or another technically complex manufacturing environment, including clean or controlled environments.

• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability analysis, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans.

• Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC), or other structured problem-solving methods; Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

• Experience supporting new-product introduction, process qualification, manufacturing start-up, or production ramp-up, including qualifying new materials or working with material suppliers.

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, Minitab, or Power BI, and with automation, controls, or advanced manufacturing equipment.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $116,782.00 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.

**A job that shapes a life.**

**Corning offers you the total package.**

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.

• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail] .