Pulling Process Engineer II

Pulling Process Engineer IIDate: Sep 29, 2026Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626Company: CorningRequisition Number: 78105The 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.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.Role Purpose Corning is seeking a Pulling Process Engineer to drive technical excellence within mono-silicon ingot pulling operations at our Hemlock manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving yield and throughput, supporting new product introductions, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, process stability, and cost competitiveness while offering the opportunity to become a technical leader within Corning's growing solar manufacturing business and develop expertise in silicon crystal growth, process optimization, and advanced materials manufacturing.The successful candidate will combine strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on manufacturing experience to solve complex process and equipment challenges, execute data-driven improvements, and partner closely with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to advance manufacturing performance and capability. Success in this role will be measured by improvements in process capability, yield, throughput, product quality, and manufacturing cost.Key Responsibilities Support plant safety initiatives and maintain a safe working environment. Troubleshoot and optimize pulling processes and equipment to improve yield, throughput, quality, and reliability. Lead and support process, equipment, and continuous improvement projects. Design, execute, and analyze experiments to solve technical challenges and improve manufacturing performance. Leverage PI Vision and manufacturing data systems to monitor processes, identify trends, and drive data-based improvements. Support new product development and introductions, including equipment startup, process qualification, documentation, and training. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve issues and achieve production objectives. Develop subject matter expertise in assigned manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment technologies while serving as a technical resource for troubleshooting process and equipment issues. Work Hours Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm) Provide occasional off-hours support as required for a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Participate in an on-call support rotation schedule.Required Education & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering required. Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, or related disciplines preferred. 3+ years of process, manufacturing, or product engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within semiconductor, solar, materials, chemical, or other high-volume process industries. Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and their application in manufacturing environments. Experience using data-driven problem solving and root cause analysis methodologies to improve manufacturing performance. Ability to analyze complex manufacturing data and identify process improvement opportunities. Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Understanding of process control methodologies and disciplined manufacturing systems. Demonstrated hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment and manufacturing processes. Working knowledge of Process Control and Discipline, including Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) adherence and deviation management. Proven track record contributing to or leading process or equipment implementation projects in a manufacturing setting.Desired Skills Experience with MS Excel, MS Access, or SPC Excel for process data analysis. Six Sigma Green Belt or DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) project experience. Lean manufacturing or error-proofing training/experience. Production or technical supervisory experience. Familiarity with PI Vision or similar manufacturing data monitoring platforms. Experience supporting crystal growth, semiconductor, solar, materials, or chemical manufacturing processes. Experience with statistical analysis tools, DOE, SPC, or process capability studies. Experience leading continuous improvement projects resulting in measurable yield, throughput, quality, or cost improvements.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, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.