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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Product Design Engineer

Design EngineeringPosted on Oct 15

Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field is required.
Intermediate-level project management knowledge, including standard methodologies and best practices, is required.
At least 8 years of experience in telecommunications, network technology development, or product engineering is required.
Strong customer awareness and the ability to understand customer needs and translate them into actionable technical or product solutions are required.
A proven track record in project management and the ability to translate customer needs into clear technical requirements and product design inputs are required.
Demonstrated experience leading and/or actively contributing to cross-functional teams in a collaborative and results-driven environment is required.
Proficiency in PRO/E and AutoCAD, with a strong understanding of tolerance analysis, is required.
Knowledge of telecommunications products, network technologies, and core engineering principles is required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work within defined procedures while exercising sound engineering judgment on routine to moderately complex issues, are required.
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting, is required.

Responsibilities

Research, design, plan, develop, and/or evaluate new advanced network technologies by translating customer requirements or strategic business objectives into final product design.
Assess customers' networked application needs, provide network modeling and simulation testing, consult to clarify needs, and engineer high-speed technology network transports to deliver application functionality.
Work on problems of diverse scope where data analysis requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies when selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree is preferred.
Hands-on experience in plastic molding and metal part manufacturing processes is preferred.
Experience in fiber optic technologies and fiber management is highly preferred.

Requisition Number: 78534

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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.  

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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.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for activities involved in the research, design, planning, development and/or evaluation of new, advanced network technologies by translating customer requirements or strategic business objectives into final product design.
Work typically includes in-depth assessment of the customer's networked application needs, providing network modeling and simulation testing, consulting to further clarify needs, and the engineering of high-speed technology network transports to deliver application functionality.
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
• Master’s degree is preferred
• Intermediate level project management knowledge, including standard methodologies and best practices
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in telecommunications, network technology development, or product engineering
• Strong customer awareness, with the ability to understand customer needs and translate them into actionable technical or product solutions

• Proven track record in project management, with the ability to translate customer needs into clear technical requirements and product design inputs
• Demonstrated experience leading and/or actively contributing to cross-functional teams in a collaborative and results-driven environment
• Solid proficiency in PRO/E and AutoCAD, with strong understanding of tolerance analysis; hands-on experience in plastic molding and metal part manufacturing processes is preferred
• Good knowledge of telecommunications products, network technologies, and core engineering principles; experience in fiber optic technologies and fiber management is highly preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work within defined procedures while exercising sound engineering judgment on routine to moderately complex issues
• Innovation-driven mindset with the ability to propose practical and effective solutions
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting

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 [email protected].

About the Company

Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Corning develops and manufactures specialty glass, ceramics, and related components for a range of industries. Its engineered glass and ceramic materials are produced and integrated into devices and systems such as smartphone screens, high‑performance displays, optical networks, automotive emissions controls, and life‑science equipment. The company differentiates itself with a broad portfolio across multiple markets, material science expertise, reliable supply, and end‑to‑end components and systems. Its goal is to help customers achieve performance and reliability by providing durable, high‑quality materials and connected solutions that scale with growing demand.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Corning, NY
Founded: 1851

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