Requisition Number: 76516 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: <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions</li> </ul><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> Corning is hiring a Mechanical Engineer in Corning, NY for an onsite role supporting the design, build, installation, and start-up of mechanical systems used in Corning’s manufacturing plants. Relocation assistance is available. Travel for this role averages around 50% depending on project phase and business need, with some periods higher and others lower. Travel is primarily domestic with some international travel required. This position supports cross-functional project teams from concept generation and development through detailed design, build, system integration, and production start-up in manufacturing. The focus is on implementing robust, cost-effective mechanical systems in Corning’s manufacturing plants. This is a strong fit for an early-career mechanical engineer who enjoys hands-on project work, technical problem-solving, and working closely with internal teams, external engineering partners, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Assigned to engineering project teams responsible for delivering robust, cost-effective mechanical systems for Corning’s manufacturing plants and processes</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Work with project team members to solve difficult mechanical engineering and equipment-related problems, resolve project-related issues, and develop a basic understanding of process and equipment design requirements</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Focus on the design, debug, installation, and start-up of mechanical systems, while developing understanding in areas such as material selection, error budgets, tolerance analysis, component specification, process requirements, and machine functionality</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Assist with proof-of-concept and prototype testing to validate design concepts</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Work with external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers to deliver assigned responsibilities on time, on budget, and in support of process performance requirements</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Support generation of fabrication drawings using 2D and 3D software packages, installation drawings, and final drawing packages that reflect as-built conditions and meet Corning drawing standards</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Actively participate in system integration, debug, installation, production start-up, and training of plant personnel</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Report project activities, status, and issues on a periodic basis to project and department leadership</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Execute project assignments in a team-based, highly matrixed environment with minimal supervision</li> </ul> Minimum Qualifications and Skills <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 0 to 2 years of Mechanical Engineering experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">High level of technical curiosity that enables unique solutions to technical challenges in the role, along with the interest and ability to learn, develop, and advance technical skills in mechanical design, process equipment development, and other mechanical systems</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Fundamental understanding of materials, process, and mechanical design to support the development of cost-effective mechanical systems</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof-of-principle testing to validate design approaches</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Familiarity with engineering principles in areas such as mechanical design, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, electro-mechanical drive systems, fluid power, pneumatics, robotics, material handling, alignment, part sensing, and safety standards</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to effectively leverage and manage external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Demonstrated skills in 2D and 3D CAD, and other engineering software packages</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Self-starter able to satisfy objectives and timelines with minimal supervision</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Results-oriented with a high commitment level</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications and Skills <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Entrepreneurial</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Forward looking</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Knowledge of glass and ceramic manufacturing</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD design software</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience with standard computer modeling and analysis software packages used in the design of mechanical systems</li> </ul> </div> </div> This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $69,279.00 - $95,259.00 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. <div> Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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. </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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. </li> </ul> </div> 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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.

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