Data Center Quality Engineer (Keller, TX, US, 76248)

<p><span style="">Requisition Number: 75077</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><strong>The company built on breakthroughs. ​  <br>Join us.​                            </strong>          </span></p> <p><span style="">                                        </span></p> <p><span style="">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.  ​  </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">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. ​  </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">​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.​   </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">​Come break through with us.  </span></p> <p><br><br><span style="">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.</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Role Purpose</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%"><span style="">The Quality Engineer (QE) for the Data Center Business Unit (DC BU) supports product and process quality across data center products and manufacturing operations. This role works closely with Engineering, Operations, Supplier Quality, NPI, and Customer-facing teams to help prevent quality issues, assist in investigations, and contribute to effective corrective and preventive actions. The QE applies an engineering mindset, data analysis, and structured problem-solving to support product integrity and continuous improvement efforts.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Key Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Support investigations into data center quality incidents, including containment, data collection, and root cause analysis activities</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Assist in documenting and tracking corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely closure</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Collaborate with senior engineers and the DC Quality Excellence Manager on escalations requiring cross-functional coordination</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Contribute to the development and maintenance of product and process quality tools (CTQs, control plans, risk assessments)</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Participate in process capability studies, measurement system analysis (MSA), and data-driven evaluations of key manufacturing processes</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Support quality engineering activities in manufacturing, testing, external manufacturing and end customer environments</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Provide early quality support during NPI phases, helping ensure design-for-quality and manufacturability considerations are addressed</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Participate in qualification builds, readiness reviews, and risk mitigation activities with both internal and external stakeholders</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Analyze quality performance data (e.g., PPM, complaints, audit findings) to identify trends and improvement opportunities</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Participate in continuous improvement projects using structured problem-solving and basic statistical methods</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Support customer quality interactions and audits as a technical representative for the DC BU</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Assist in maintaining audit readiness and compliance with applicable Quality Management System standards (e.g., ISO, TL)</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Required Education </H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">2–3 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or related engineering roles</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Working knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a technical environment</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Desired Experiences</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Experience with data center, high-reliability, or high-speed connectivity products</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Exposure to Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., Green Belt training)</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Familiarity with ISO9001 / TL9000 or other quality management standards</span></li> <li style="line-height:107%"><span style="line-height:107%">Experience with digital QMS tools or analytics platforms (e.g., SAP, ETQ, SharePoint, Power BI)</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p><span style=""><strong>This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">The range for this position is $80,011.00 - $110,016.00 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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><strong>​</strong></span></p> <p><span style=""><strong>A job that shapes a life.  </strong></span></p> <p><span style=""><strong>Corning offers you the total package.  </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="">Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.</span></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li style=""><span style="">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.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="">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.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="">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.  </span></li> <li style=""><span style="">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. </span></li> <li style=""><span style="">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.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="">As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="">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. </span></li> </ul> <p style=""> </p> </div> <p><span style="">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">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 <a href="mailto:accommodations@corning.com?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">accommodations@corning.com</a>.</span></p>