Requisition Number: 76286
Role PurposeCorning is strengthening its Ribbon Ceramics (RC) equipment capability to support growth in new applications within the MCP Capability Group. This role will serve as an equipment development subject matter expert (SME), supporting the development and delivery of new custom systems to enable innovation growth programs.
This position participates on fast-paced technology teams that deliver systems to enable next-generation and new products to market. The primary focus is the development and delivery of custom-designed, high-temperature, robust process equipment that provides competitive advantage to Corning's businesses and enables new product lines. Equipment will be development-scale or pilot-scale in nature.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate on or lead equipment delivery teams as part of a fast-paced technology organization. Establish plans from requirements, design,execution and acceptance testing.
- Conceptualize, design, build, and support install and debug development-scale and pilot-scale custom equipment for advanced materials processing.
- Work closely with process and technology experts to establish requirements, understand trade-offs, and deliver optimized equipment designs.
- Interface with and manage external vendors, machine shops and integrators to fabricate, integrate and evaluate equipment.
- Lead hands-on prototyping and testing as required.
- Prepare and present technical material and design documentation for team and stakeholder reviews.
- Coordinate across process areas to build a shared understanding of system-level performance and capabilities.
Experiences/Education - Required- Minimum BS degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- 5+ years experience with equipment design, machine design or equipment development in related field
- Strong mechanical design skills with broad knowledge of:
- Materials and material behavior
- Fabrication methods (machining, forming, molding, etc.)
- Tolerance stack-ups and error budgets
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks preferred) and use of simulation tools to optimize designs and/or demonstrate feasibility (e.g., FEA, CFD).
- Excellent command of engineering fundamentals with the ability to apply them to practical, innovative designs; capable of proposing and extending state-of-the-art solutions.
- Experience integrating commercially available technologies such as robotics, automation equipment, furnaces, sensors and controls into robust manufacturing solutions.
- Bench-scale prototyping experience.
Experiences/Education - Desired- Specific technical experiences desired in one or more of these areas:
- Roll-to-roll (R2R) equipment design
- High-temperature furnaces or thermal processing equipment
- Advanced ceramics or similar materials processing
- Demonstrated results in a high-tech, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
- Manufacturing and/or pilot manufacturing experience for advanced products.
- Use of internal lab facilities and equipment to develop proof-of-concept prototypes.
- Leveraging external vendors and system integrators to deliver complex equipment.
- Experience leading technical teams and managing projects.
- Ability to systematically combine theory, modeling, and mechanistic understanding into practical problem-solving and knowledge delivery.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $94,311.00 - $129,678.00 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.
