Project Management Engineer

Requisition Number: 70253

The company built on breakthroughs.
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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, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Scope of Position

• Selected candidates will be a member of our multi-functional engineering project team, working through all stages from concept generation and development, detail design/build, system integration, and start-up to support our manufacturing sites worldwide.
• The focus of this position is on the design and development of robust, first/next generation process machine systems and products that provide significant competitive advantage to Corning's businesses, and / or enable new products and product lines.
• Support internation and domestic project activities in Mobile Consumer Electronics manufacturing sites in the USA, China, Korea, and Taiwan.
• Identify and work to resolve gaps in equipment performance
• Support the transfer of technology for new systems to global sites
• Manage suppliers to deliver capability and systems on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive understanding of engineering standards, which are the established norms and guidelines that ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across engineering projects. Has a deep knowledge of technical theories, as these provide the foundational scientific principles that underpin mechanical and project engineering practices.
• Proficient in applying core engineering concepts, which are the fundamental ideas that guide the design, analysis, and optimization of engineering systems. Principles in engineering, such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science are understood and applied to ensure robust and reliable solutions.
• Theoretical knowledge, practical techniques are demonstrated when executing tasks. Includes skills in SolidWorks and Computer-Aided Design (CAD), project management, and the use of specialized tools and equipment pertinent to both mechanical and project engineering fields.
• Techniques to translate theoretical concepts into practical applications, ensuring successful project execution and innovation in design and implementation.
• Demonstrated his ability to lead engineering and cross-functional teams, manages program schedules and budgets, evaluates and selection of suppliers, and generates and presents executive status summaries.
• Work with project team members to solve difficult mechanical engineering and process equipment related problems, resolve project related issues, and develop understanding of process and equipment design requirements
• Craft machine design specifications, budgets, and mechanical design concepts. Design and follow construction of prototype and production process equipment, conduct proof of concept and prototype tests to validate design concept, collect and evaluate data, and make appropriate engineering recommendations
• Focus will be on the design, system integration/debug, installation, and production start-up of process machines, machine components and material handling systems, and training of plant personnel
• Responsible for acquiring knowledge of assigned areas (tolerance analysis, component specification, process requirements, machine functionality, material selection, budgets, etc.)
• Work with external machine builders, system integrators, and suppliers to successfully deliver assigned areas of responsibility to overall project team on-time, on-budget, and to meet process performance measures
• Support the generation of construction drawings (using 2D/3D software packages), installation drawings, and ensures that final drawing packages reflect as-built conditions and satisfies Corning drawing standards
• Lead and manage domestic and internation project activities, status, and issues on a periodic basis to project & department leadership

Experiences/Education - Required

• B.S. / M.S. Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years in a technical field to include:
  • Mechanical Design of products and/or machines
  • Vendor interaction for the fabrication of parts, assemblies, or large integrated systems
  • Domestic and International Project or Engineering Management
  • Technology or Product Transfer to manufacturing or other organizations

Travel Requirements

• Estimate travel; up to 25%-75% depending upon specific project assignment. Travel may be required during installation, debug, and start-up and for routine interaction with customers and suppliers, includes domestic and international.
• Long term stay 3-6 weeks could be required during critical project activities.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $116,625.00 - $160,360.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.

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.

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