Staff Engineer - Melting & Thermal Process

Job Title: Glass Melting & Thermal Process EngineerRequisition Number: 78906The 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 livesDamage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connectedOptical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of lightPrecision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiencesAuto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportationSolar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutionsRole PurposeThe Staff Glass Melting / Thermal Process Engineer provides technical leadership in glass melting, furnace operation, and thermal process engineering. This role is responsible for improving melt quality, furnace performance, thermal efficiency, process stability, throughput, and manufacturing reliability across glass manufacturing systems.The position serves as a technical expert who applies deep process knowledge to manufacturing performance, process improvement, and technology implementation. The role supports complex problem solving, contributes to major process and equipment initiatives, and works closely with manufacturing, R&D, quality, maintenance, and project teams to improve process understanding and operational results.Key ResponsibilitiesLead technical analysis and problem solving related to glass melting, furnace performance, and process stabilityImprove melt quality, energy efficiency, throughput, yield, and operational reliability through process optimizationSupport furnace operation, troubleshooting, and process improvement efforts across manufacturing environmentsContribute technical leadership to process changes, equipment upgrades, furnace-related projects, and new technology implementationTranslate thermal and melting issues into practical actions for plant, engineering, and cross-functional teamsPartner with manufacturing, R&D, maintenance, quality, and project teams to identify root causes, reduce risk, and improve process performanceDevelop process guidance, technical recommendations, and best practices for melting and high temperature systemsSupport and guide less experienced engineers in troubleshooting approaches and process understandingIdentify opportunities to improve furnace capability, process robustness, and manufacturing performanceCommunicate findings, recommendations, and risks clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperiences/Education - RequiredBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, or a related engineering discipline10+ years of experience in glass melting, furnace systems, thermal process engineering, or closely related high-temperature manufacturing processesStrong technical knowledge of glass melting behavior, furnace operation, heat transfer, combustion, thermal efficiency, and process control fundamentalsDemonstrated ability to lead root-cause analysis and implement sustainable process improvementsExperience working across functions to solve technical and operational problemsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to varied audiencesDemonstrated ability to contribute technical leadership and influence project or process decisionsTravel Requirements: Travel is both domestic and international. Frequency and duration vary according to project stage and status. Could be up to 50%.Experiences/Education - DesiredExperience supporting furnace rebuilds, process scale-up, major capital projects, or new process technology implementationExperience with data analysis, modeling, statistical methods, or process simulation tools relevant to thermal or glass manufacturing systemsExperience mentoring engineers or supporting technical development across projects or teamsExperience in a manufacturing environment requiring strong safety, quality, and operational disciplineThis position does not support immigration sponsorship.The range for this position is $97,286.00 - $133,768.00 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. 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.Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.