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Corning

Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components

Senior Engineer - Precision Engineering Technologies

Design EngineeringPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeCorning, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Precision, or a related field is required.
  • Experience designing and building mechanical systems and components is required.
  • Two to five years of professional engineering experience is required.
  • Proficiency with computer-aided design software such as SolidWorks and Inventor is required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required.
  • Comfort collaborating with a diverse project team is required.
  • Self-motivation and a results-oriented approach are required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Effective presentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Research, Development, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams involved in innovating and manufacturing new products and machine systems across Corning businesses.
  • Support the design and analysis of first-generation and next-generation products, machines, machine fixturing, and machine components, focusing on design robustness.
  • Work with project team members to solve mechanical engineering problems, with guidance from senior engineers as needed.
  • Develop an understanding of process requirements to inform equipment design functionality and performance.
  • Assist in integrating commercially available technologies and processes, and partner with external machine builders and system integrators.
  • Use internal laboratory facilities and equipment to develop proof-of-concept prototypes.
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including controls and process engineers and optical and glass scientists.
  • Travel primarily within the United States as needed for project assignments, installation, debugging, start-up, and routine interactions with internal and external customers and suppliers.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with metrology tools and techniques, such as coordinate measuring machines and laser interferometers.
  • Working knowledge of precision machining techniques and materials.
  • A strong technical curiosity and an innovative approach are desirable.
  • Exposure to researching prior art and documenting intellectual property is desirable.
  • Understanding of precision engineering principles is desirable.
  • Experience designing and building complex mechanical systems is desirable.

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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