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Engineer, Process

Corning · Charlotte, NC

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Level
Engineer
Team
Process
Base pay
$71k–$97k
Travel
50%
Degree
Required
Experience asked
5+ years
Certification
Green Belt preferred
Industry
Industrial
Posted
28 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level process role at Corning (industrial) in Charlotte, NC. In chemical, materials, ceramic, mechanical engineering, computer science or relevant field.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required · Green Belt preferred
Tools it names
Six Sigma, Green Belt, Root cause, DMAIC
Base pay
$71k–$97k
Day to day
about 50% travel

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Process Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $88k–$120k. This one lists $71k–$97k.

Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 49 process engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 48 other live process postings in North Carolina.

Base pay
About 25% below similar roles

Typical $93k–$131k, from 22 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 43%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 43%
  • Lean 27%
  • SPC 24%
  • Team leadership 24%
  • FDA / GMP 22%

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This plant: Corning in Charlotte

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Responsibilities

include improving processes and solving problems through the scientific method, applying DMAIC and advanced statistical tools, and driving improvements in manufacturing cost, quality, uptime, yield, cycle time, and safety. The position also evaluates new raw materials, equipment, and process parameters; documents SOPs, SOSs, experiment plans, and process changes; and may support projects across any Corning division or Research & Development organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Design and develop new processes or improve existing processes at Corning facilities worldwide
  • ◆Solve problems and improve processes based on fundamental understanding and structured problem solving methods such as KT, Designed Experimentation, or Six Sigma.
  • ◆Implement Process Control and Process Discipline systems into manufacturing operations
  • ◆Analyze process data using statistical tools (e.g. pareto, regression, time charting, analysis of variance, gauge R&R, etc.).
  • ◆Measure and communicate performance against established objectives.
  • ◆Review and interpret data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long term corrective actions, follow-up experiments, etc.
  • ◆Document processes and train operators and peers on defined processes

Travel Requirements/ Work Hours

  • ✓Must be available for significant travel (up to 50%), primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.
  • ✓Full-Time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with flex hours as needed for projects

Experiences/Education - Required

  • ✓Minimum of bachelor’s degree or will graduate by Spring 2027: in chemical, materials, ceramic, mechanical engineering, computer science or relevant field? in chemical, materials, ceramic, mechanical engineering, computer science or relevant field
  • ✓0 to 5 years’ experience in engineering/manufacturing (will consider internship experience)
  • ✓Rigorous problem solving - Proficient in the use of process control/ analysis techniques
  • ✓Experience completing projects in a manufacturing organization
  • ✓Decision making based on data

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • ✓Effective presentation skills
  • ✓Capable of leading small process development / improvement projects
  • ✓Innovation experience
  • ✓Process excellence (Six Sigma) Green Belt or higher
  • ✓Strong written and oral communication skills
  • ✓Personal initiative and commitment
  • ✓Organized with good planning and time management skills
  • ✓Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups; team building skills
  • ✓Positive attitude, flexible and good work ethic

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,776.00 - $97,317.00 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.

  • ✓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 rew
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Requisition Number: 78702

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

Role Purpose

This role focuses on reducing defects by identifying and eliminating root causes, partnering with suppliers to improve performance, and ensuring measurement and inspection systems meet customer requirements.

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