About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Requisition Number: 76477</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>The company built on breakthroughs. <br>Join us. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong> </strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Come break through with us. </span></p> <p><br><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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> <p> </p><div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> <p style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px;text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">For our location in <strong>Berlin, Germany</strong>, we are looking for a</span></p> <p style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px;text-align:center"> </p> <h1 style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18.0pt;color:#475880">System Engineer Manager, EMEA - Engineering Services (m/f/d)</span></h1> <p> </p> <h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></h2> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Step into a hands-on leadership role at Corning as our <strong>System Engineer (SE) Manager, EMEA.</strong>You'll lead a team of System Engineers, who are Corning’s product and system experts supporting three exciting markets: <strong>AI Data Centers, Carrier, and LAN networks</strong> for buildings and campuses. Your team is the go-to resource for passive structured cabling solutions — advising customers on product selection and system design, and serving as the technical bridge between our customers, Field Engineers, and internal Development and Product teams.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">This is your chance to combine deep technical expertise with team leadership: prioritize service requests, track team performance, and drive real impact across the EMEA region.</span></p> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>What You'll Do</strong></span></h2> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>As a Technical Expert:</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Deliver technical support, training, and presentations on Corning's passive structured cabling portfolio to end customers, installers, and distribution partners across AI Data Center, Telecom, and LAN markets.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Advise customers on product applications — explain benefits, value propositions, and provide detailed part numbers for complete system solutions.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Respond to customer RFIs with full system solutions, including Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawings tailored to their requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Provide pre-sales support: product recommendations, system design, installation training, and testing.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Create datasheets and technical papers, and deliver clear Corning vs. competitor product comparisons.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Share feedback with Development and PLM on product improvements, new ideas, and compliance with regional standards.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>As a People Leader:</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Guide, coach, and develop your SE team — setting priorities, KPIs, and clear objectives while ensuring team members are properly trained to succeed.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Lead change management to drive optimized processes and team efficiency, with a strong focus on Service Cloud CRM adoption.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Own annual reviews, development plans, coaching, and administrative tasks such as expense approvals.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Build a cohesive team culture where every member feels valued, and manage recruiting, onboarding, or workforce adjustments as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Collaborate closely with peer leaders across Commercial, Product Management, and Operations (Manufacturing, Development) to keep the wider organization aligned.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">5-8 years relevant work experience; at least 3 years supervisory experience.</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>What You Bring</strong></span></h2> </div> <div> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">University degree, preferably in Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">5+ years of experience in Telecom, Data Center, or structured cabling design; at least 3 years supervisory experience.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proven success in leadership and managing technical teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting to C-level executives with the finesse to manage expectations and difficult conversations.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Fluent in English, any other European language is a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong ability to resolve customer challenges through cross-functional collaboration.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience driving organizational change across people, process, and technology.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Direct customer engagement experience — presenting, training, and demonstrating value propositions.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Established working relationships across Commercial, PLM, and Operations.</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Travel & Schedule</strong></span></h2> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Travel: </strong>25–35%, mainly across continental Europe, with additional travel across EMEA (including Israel and Africa) and occasionally beyond. Flexibility for short-notice travel (24–48 hours) and overnight stays is essential.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Requirements: </strong>Valid EU work authorization or citizenship, plus a current, valid driving license with a clean record for international car rentals.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Hours: </strong>Minimum 40-hour work week plus travel time as required.</span></p> </div> </div> </div><p> </p> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>A job that shapes a life. </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Corning offers you the total package. </strong></span></p> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Your well-being is our top priority. Our Compensation & Benefits package supports your health and well-being, your financial goals, and your career—from day one. </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentive programs are linked to key business results, ensuring you're rewarded when the company succeeds. When Corning wins, we all win.<br></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Our health and well-being benefits include company-funded retirement plan, paid leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling valued and recognized motivates us even more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues who deliver exceptional performance.</span></li> </ul> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">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>.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>