Staff Chemical Engineer

Staff Chemical Engineer

Date: Sep 13, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75724

**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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Corning is seeking a Staff Chemical Engineer to join our team in Corning, NY . This role is primarily onsite , with relocation assistance provided , and requires willingness to travel . Travel averages up to 50% annually , with fluctuations depending on project stage and business needs, and is primarily domestic with possible occasional international travel .

Chemistry plays a critical role in many of Corning’s most advanced technologies. This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide variety of products, processes, and business areas where chemical engineering helps shape how materials are developed, scaled, improved, and supported in manufacturing. Depending on the project, the work may touch areas such as fiber optics, display and specialty glass, environmental technologies, Life Science Technologies, and other advanced materials applications . It is a strong fit for someone who enjoys technical variety, hands-on problem solving , and using chemical engineering fundamentals to help move ideas from development into real-world processes and products . The successful candidate will contribute to process and product optimization initiatives , while performing rigorous process safety and hazard analyses (e.g., PHA/HAZOP ) to ensure adherence to Corning’s safety stewardship standards and environmental health and safety compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply chemical engineering principles to support the design, development, scale-up, and optimization of chemical processes and manufacturing technologies

• Conduct hands-on experimentation in laboratory, pilot, and manufacturing settings to evaluate process concepts and support technology transfer

• Use structured problem-solving methods to investigate process issues, identify root causes, and support resolution of manufacturing or chemical process upsets

• Support process safety efforts, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance activities

• Analyze and interpret technical data using statistical and experimental methods to improve process understanding and performance

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical challenges, evaluate solutions, and support project execution

• Document technical work through reports, presentations, and other written materials, including support for intellectual property development where applicable

• Track and communicate progress against technical and project objectives

• Support efforts to improve resource efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen overall process performance

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in chemical engineering or a related field, including work in areas such as process development, process scale-up, manufacturing support, process troubleshooting, chemical experimentation, process safety, or technology transfer

• Experience with process safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance in chemical or manufacturing environments

• Ability to work independently and execute technical objectives with limited oversight

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams

• Willingness to travel domestically, with possible occasional international travel

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with chemical process simulation or modeling tools such as ChemCAD, Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, COMSOL, MATLAB, or similar software

• Experience with Design of Experiments and statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, Origin, SAS, or related platforms

• Experience scaling processes from lab to pilot to manufacturing, including troubleshooting and optimization

• Familiarity with process safety standards or frameworks such as OSHA, EPA, or NFPA

• Experience documenting technical work for intellectual property, patents, or formal technical reporting

• Experience leading technical projects, coordinating cross-functional work, or mentoring junior engineers

• Familiarity with sustainability, waste reduction, or green engineering practices

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $94,200.00 - $129,525.00 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.

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