Corning Incorporated
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.
Requisition Number: 71425
The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.
Role Purpose The Senior Cold End Process Engineer will lead the advancement of Gorilla Glass manufacturing technologies, focusing on the final stages of the production process. This role demands deep expertise in process engineering, data analysis, and experimental design to drive innovation, resolve complex process challenges, and support global technology migrations. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional and globally distributed teams to ensure process stability, scalability, and continuous improvement, while documenting critical learnings and contributing to Corning’s intellectual property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance to the Gorilla Glass processes.
Provide direction and leadership with new glass and technical migration across the Gorilla Glass fleet.
Lead experiments to develop fundamental understanding of the process and provide change recommendation based on results.
Define and execute start-up plans for new glass and new technology migrations.
Lead problem‑solving sessions as necessary to resolve issues during different stages of process evolution (development, engineering, manufacturing).
Lead new process technology introduction through different stages (development, trial and experimentation, migration).
Utilize process engineering skillsets (process data analysis, root cause analysis, MEE, etc.).
Maintain a systematic approach, build understanding of interfacing processes.
Collect and document fundamental knowledge, process learning, and IP.
Provide day‑to‑day problem‑solving support to production, development and research operations.
Travel Requirements
Job is based in Harrodsburg, KY, USA.
Up to 25% domestic and global travel.
Working Hours
Office hours are typically 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday.
Full time (40 hours per week), but great flexibility required given the globally dispersed nature of the team and project timelines.
Teleconferences are likely during early morning or evening hours.
Night/weekend flexibility is expected during process start‑up activity.
Experiences/Education - Required
B.S. or equivalent in engineering
2+ years of progressive experience in process engineering
Experience working in manufacturing plants and industrial research facilities
Consistent record of solving difficult process problems
Project leadership skills – vision, planning, and execution.
Technical Skills
Expertise in heat transfer, glass forming, mechanics, material handling and transport, and process engineering fundamentals.
Experience/understanding in glass properties, glass cutting or scribing.
Expertise in design of experiments and analysis of data.
Problem‑solving skills demonstrated through troubleshooting on product or process related issues.
Experience with OSI PI data systems.
Solid foundation in Process Engineering and expertise in data analysis and experimental methods.
Non-Technical Skills
Ability to influence technical direction via communication and relationships from a remote location
Ability to handle ambiguity, changing priorities and changing requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Well‑developed skills in working across multiple cultures and on a globally dispersed and diverse team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with globally distributed researchers, engineers across multiple divisions, and Corning’s commercial organizations.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
Salary Range: $83,750.00 – $115,156.00 (full time). Starting pay is dependent on a variety of factors.
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow over your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, the total can reach 7%–12% of your pay.
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 EAP.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
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Requisition Number: 71425
The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.
Role Purpose The Senior Cold End Process Engineer will lead the advancement of Gorilla Glass manufacturing technologies, focusing on the final stages of the production process. This role demands deep expertise in process engineering, data analysis, and experimental design to drive innovation, resolve complex process challenges, and support global technology migrations. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional and globally distributed teams to ensure process stability, scalability, and continuous improvement, while documenting critical learnings and contributing to Corning’s intellectual property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance to the Gorilla Glass processes.
Provide direction and leadership with new glass and technical migration across the Gorilla Glass fleet.
Lead experiments to develop fundamental understanding of the process and provide change recommendation based on results.
Define and execute start-up plans for new glass and new technology migrations.
Lead problem‑solving sessions as necessary to resolve issues during different stages of process evolution (development, engineering, manufacturing).
Lead new process technology introduction through different stages (development, trial and experimentation, migration).
Utilize process engineering skillsets (process data analysis, root cause analysis, MEE, etc.).
Maintain a systematic approach, build understanding of interfacing processes.
Collect and document fundamental knowledge, process learning, and IP.
Provide day‑to‑day problem‑solving support to production, development and research operations.
Travel Requirements
Job is based in Harrodsburg, KY, USA.
Up to 25% domestic and global travel.
Working Hours
Office hours are typically 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday.
Full time (40 hours per week), but great flexibility required given the globally dispersed nature of the team and project timelines.
Teleconferences are likely during early morning or evening hours.
Night/weekend flexibility is expected during process start‑up activity.
Experiences/Education - Required
B.S. or equivalent in engineering
2+ years of progressive experience in process engineering
Experience working in manufacturing plants and industrial research facilities
Consistent record of solving difficult process problems
Project leadership skills – vision, planning, and execution.
Technical Skills
Expertise in heat transfer, glass forming, mechanics, material handling and transport, and process engineering fundamentals.
Experience/understanding in glass properties, glass cutting or scribing.
Expertise in design of experiments and analysis of data.
Problem‑solving skills demonstrated through troubleshooting on product or process related issues.
Experience with OSI PI data systems.
Solid foundation in Process Engineering and expertise in data analysis and experimental methods.
Non-Technical Skills
Ability to influence technical direction via communication and relationships from a remote location
Ability to handle ambiguity, changing priorities and changing requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Well‑developed skills in working across multiple cultures and on a globally dispersed and diverse team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with globally distributed researchers, engineers across multiple divisions, and Corning’s commercial organizations.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
Salary Range: $83,750.00 – $115,156.00 (full time). Starting pay is dependent on a variety of factors.
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow over your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, the total can reach 7%–12% of your pay.
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 EAP.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Corning Incorporated by 2x.
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