Materials Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the qualification and release of new materials, ensuring seamless production integration.
• Collaborate with vendors to communicate material requirements and ensure quality and delivery.
• Lead process improvement trials and manufacturing studies to identify root causes of variation and defects.
• Apply statistical and data analysis methods to evaluate process performance and reduce yield loss.
• Investigate material-related defects and nonconformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Evaluate material properties and process capability to ensure alignment with product specifications.
• Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to implement sustainable performance improvements.
• Provide technical support for plant operations regarding material selection and process conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Over two years of experience in materials, process, or manufacturing engineering within an industrial environment.
• Proven experience in manufacturing with responsibility for process improvement, quality, or material performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience with root cause analysis, defect investigation, and implementing corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of material properties and their impact on manufacturing and product performance.
• Experience designing, executing, and documenting experiments, trials, or validation activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in panel manufacturing, composites, glass, ceramics, metals, or engineered materials.
• Familiarity with statistical tools and methods such as SPC, DOE, or Minitab.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of failure analysis and material characterization techniques.
• Project management experience supporting manufacturing or process improvements.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions of up to 4% of pay.
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid parental leave and family building support.
• Paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About the Company

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. Our Solar business delivers industry-leading, U.S.-made solar components, including hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules.