Senior Process & Systems Engineer

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking an experienced Senior Process & System Engineer to lead the development, scale-up, and manufacturing readiness of complex production processes, owning the full technology transfer from R&D and pilot environments into full-scale manufacturing.

This is a high-visibility, cross-functional role supporting Corning’s advanced manufacturing network, with impact beyond a single site. You’ll partner directly with engineering, operations, and R&D leaders on critical manufacturing transformations, with direct senior leadership visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development, from process architecture definition through pilot builds, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and full production ramp
• Define process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment requirements, controls interfaces, and quality checkpoints for complex manufacturing systems
• Enabling process assessment and continuous improvement through process engineering fundamentals—driving capability enhancement and advancing toward manufacturing process excellence
• Apply systems engineering principles to ensure alignment across process design, equipment capability, controls, and manufacturing operations
• Lead technical risk identification and resolution using FMEA, root cause analysis, 8D, and Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) and technology transfer, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and long-term process operability post-launch
• Partner with process, mechanical, controls, quality, and manufacturing teams to build in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and scalability from day one
• Manage external equipment suppliers and system integrators to develop and qualify production-ready systems
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical teams and senior leadership, influencing cost- and quality-focused decisions

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Materials, or related); Master’s preferred, with advanced-degree candidates considered with fewer years of experience
• 5+ years of applied engineering experience in process engineering, systems engineering, or advanced manufacturing
• Proven experience leading manufacturing scale-up, technology transfer, or NPI from R&D/pilot stage through full production
• Proficiency with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, DOE, SPC, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Experience with process capability analysis (Cpk/Ppk) and statistical tools such as Minitab or JMP
• Willingness to travel up to 50% in a project-based role supporting multiple Corning manufacturing sites, including travel for equipment builds, commissioning, and ramp-up; offers exposure to global, cutting-edge advanced manufacturing and automation solutions. Travel level varies by project phase and milestone

Preferred Capabilities

• Experience with high-precision, automated, or high-throughput manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), control plans, APQP, and ISO 9001 / IATF 16949
• Background in optical fiber, specialty glass, ceramics, semiconductor, defense/aerospace, or life sciences manufacturing
• Experience with value stream mapping, continuous improvement, and production systems design