Facilities Engineer @ Corning

Requisition Number: 77291

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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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The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

Role Description:

Corning is seeking a mid-level Facilities Engineer to join our team at our location in Fairport, NY. The candidate will support installation of new equipment as well as operation, maintenance and optimization of existing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience or exposure to facilities systems including but not limited to Compressed Air, Vacuum, Process Gases, Chillers, Cleanrooms, HVAC and Controls (BAS / BMS). We are seeking a candidate who has a broad engineering skillset and with a strong hands-on aptitude.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Deliver strong project leadership skills through the project initiation, planning, implementation and closeout phases.
Develop project concepts, scopes, estimates, schedules, design, installation & startup documentation.
Exercise good judgment, sound engineering principles and utilize structured problem-solving techniques.
Lead, guide, coach & help develop internal Corning & contingent employees as well as external contractors.
Procurement – Assemble RFQ’s, bids, and solicit quotes from suppliers and contractors. Procure goods and services through internal procurement buyers and systems.
Contractor Management – work with and manage external contractors to maintain and install facilities systems and equipment. Manage contractor work via direct supervision including site

Required Qualifications:

BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering / Engineering Technology or similar
3+ years of engineering & professional work experience
Construction and facility system experience (HVAC, Chillers, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Controls, etc.)
Excellent project leadership, engineering, installation and start-up skills
Able to trouble shoot, solve problems & engage others for additional support if needed
Problem solving skills leveraging structured methodExcellent communication, social & soft skills
Excellent presentation skills
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Desired Skills:

Proficient in AutoCad, Solidworks, or similar CAD software
Building Automation System Experience (Allen Bradley SCADA, Siemens, Trane, etc.)
Experience with MS Project & SharePoint
Experience with Lean Construction techniques
Experience in optical manufacturing
Experience with CNC equipment
Project estimating, forecasting and scheduling experience

Travel Requirements:

Travel requirement < 10%
Most travel is limited to immediate surrounding area

Hours of Work/Work Schedule/Flextime:

Normal Business Hours (8 – 5, M – F): however, expected to work hours required to achieve objectives
Flexibility is required
Includes overtime, weekend and off-shift hours.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,602.00 - $112,204.00 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.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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].

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