Requisition Number: 78763
OverviewCorning is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide equipment engineering support to its manufacturing and development operations, with a focus on continuous improvement, cost reduction, and resolution of mechanical equipment issues. In this hands-on role, you will independently design and modify equipment, lead projects, and work closely with trades and operators to ensure safe, stable, and efficient manufacturing performance. This role is based on a standard schedule with off-hour, weekend, and holiday availability as needed to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
Key Responsibilities- Design, specify, and modify mechanical equipment and systems to improve performance; coordinate installation, debugging, and startup of new equipment
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues in collaboration with trades and operators; recommend and implement long-range corrective solutions
- Identify, justify, and implement cost reduction measures; track the effectiveness of implemented projects
- Lead capital and improvement projects, including scope definition, business justification, and equipment receivership from corporate or division engineering
- Apply structured problem-solving tools including Lean, Six Sigma, and KepnerTregoe to drive improvements; use scientific method and statistical analysis to develop fundamental understanding
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- 1+ years of engineering experience
- Knowledge of fluid dynamics, kinetics, strength of materials, thermodynamics, and unit operations
- Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, material handling, and mechanical systems
- Mechanical design experience
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistics - ability to draw conclusions and apply findings
Desired Qualifications- AutoCAD or SolidWorks design capability
- Six Sigma DMAIC experience or Green Belt certification
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Preventive/predictive maintenance systems knowledge
- Environmental technologies experience
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. 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.
