Requisition Number: 78512
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.
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.
Role PurposeAt Corning, we strive to be the best - delivering innovative fiber optics, connectors and hardware solutions to high tech industries. Our people and our culture are the foundation for our success. In product development, you will join a collaborative, high performing team where technical excellence, analytical leadership, and continuous learning are celebrated. Every day, you will be empowered to own your work, drive breakthrough solutions, and help shape the future. We invest in our people, providing the resources, trust, and support needed to grow, learn, and make an impact.
Key Responsibilities- Conceptualize innovative mechanical design solutions for new product development, keeping performance, requirements, and customer value in mind.
- Show fundamental understanding and technical evaluation behind the proposed solutions.
- Create mechanical designs of plastic injection molded and sheet metal components to meet a set of functional requirements.
- Provide high-level and detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings suitable for:
- Concept presentation to customers.
- Analytical evaluation (modeling)
- Patent applications.
- Technical reports or publications.
- Cost or manufacturability analysis.
- Research externally published fundamentals, new designs (competitor products and patents), and manufacturing processes.
- Lead the projects from a technical standpoint - representing the design engineering perspective - which may include delegating tasks to other technical resources like CAD design, prototyping labs, and testing & qualification labs
- Collaborate with project team members from multiple technical disciplines located in various domestic and global locations to translate design concepts into detailed designs that can be prototyped and manufactured
- Work remotely with Manufacturing personnel to release new products at full-scale production.
- Provide documentation to communicate findings in technical reports, protect intellectual property in patent applications, order rapid prototypes, and/or support customer presentations and demonstrations.
Experiences/Education - Required Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Major in Mechanical preferred. Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics or Optical will be considered.
Travel: 10% (Domestic and International)
Work Experience.
2 to 5 years of Industry Related Experience (Product, Design, New Product Introduction).
Product Development and/or NPI experience is desirable.
Experience designing injection molded and/or sheet metal parts desirable.
Design of experiments experience is desirable.
Demonstrated ability to understand and solve challenging technical problems.
Sound understanding of material properties, manufacturing capabilities, and their application in product design.
Competencies
Ability to generate, compile, and compare concepts and apply appropriate engineering analysis to validate them.
Ability to collaborate successfully in a global matrixed environment.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Ability to clearly articulate technical ideas.
Ability to work unsupervised and to schedule time effectively.
Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proficient in CAD software-Creo, SolidWorks, NX (Creo preferred)
Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint).
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $80,984.00 - $111,353.00 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.
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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
