Process Engineer II

Process Engineer II

Date: Sep 11, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 78065

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​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.​  

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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.

Scope of Role

Corning is seeking a Process Engineer to improve existing manufacturing processes, equipment, and capabilities across multiple facilities. This role supports and leads continuous improvement activities on raw material choices, cost reduction projects, and new process integration -- with direct impact on production quality and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering-level production support and actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects

• Solve process and material issues in production through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts

• Lead and/or support projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new product introduction

• Develop and maintain systems to monitor equipment and process performance, including trend analysis and implementation plans

• Receive and integrate new technologies to improve process capability while ensuring proper transfer processes are followed

Location, Hours and Travel Requirements

• Location: Hickory, NC

• Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time : 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week

• Travel: Up to 25% to various manufacturing sites in the division

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools -- Microsoft Excel, Access, and Minitab or equivalent

• Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering principles to diagnose and resolve process problems

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Master's degree in Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

• Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,923.00 - $112,645.00 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.

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**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, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.

• 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.

• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Hickory