Process Development Engineer

Process Development Engineer

Date : Dec 18, 2025

Location : Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company : Corning

Requisition Number : 71354

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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.

Role Purpose

The Process Development Engineer will play a critical role in developing new extrusion processes and cable products within the Cable Technology division. This role is focused on advancing manufacturing capabilities and delivering innovative solutions that meet customer needs and align with Corning’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support cross-functional project teams to develop new products and processes that solve customer problems and create intellectual property.

Design, modify, and optimize equipment and continuous manufacturing processes, including specification creation, implementation, and commissioning.

Conduct research and experimentation to test hypotheses, enhance process understanding, and deliver inventive solutions.

Collaborate with development technicians to execute experiments, collect and interpret data, and document results in technical reports and presentations.

Evaluate manufacturability of proposed solutions and support initial implementation in global manufacturing sites (US, Germany, Poland, Mexico).

Interface with suppliers to resolve material issues and stay informed on new material developments.

Perform risk assessments related to equipment, processes, environmental impact, and product reliability.

Maintain strong interaction with global process development personnel and support product cost reduction initiatives.

Experiences / Education - Required

Engineering Bachelor’s Degree

Proven ability to execute project assignments in a team-based environment.

Strong foundation in engineering principles, particularly in extrusion and continuous manufacturing.

Experience with tooling, equipment design, and process optimization.

Ability to balance hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities.

Experiences / Education - Desired

Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering degree

Experience in fiber optic cable processes

Familiarity with polymer extrusion (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene, PBT)

Knowledge of mechanical design and / or PLC programming

Exposure to CAD tools and 3D modeling software (e.g., Inventor, Creo, KeyShot)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $85,304.00 - $117,293.00 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.

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market : Hickory