Sr. Product Development Engineer

Sr. Product Development Engineer

Date:
Jul 8, 2026

Location:

Austin, TX, US, 78726

Company:
Corning

Requisition Number: 76211

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible. 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.

Come break through with us. 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.

Responsible for the design and release of telecommunications enclosures for indoor and outdoor optical networks. This role spans the full product development lifecycle, including concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing, and product release, along with engineering documentation and specification development.

• Develop mechanical design solutions for new and existing products, balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Demonstrate a strong technical rationale and in-depth engineering evaluation for design proposals
• Design plastic injection-molded and sheet metal components that meet defined functional requirements
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings to support concept presentations, analytical evaluations, patent applications, and cost/manufacturability analysis
• Research technical literature, competitive products, patents, and manufacturing processes to inform design decisions
• Lead design engineering efforts, coordinating CAD, simulation, prototyping, and testing resources
• Manage low to moderate complexity projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables from kickoff through product release
• Tailor the product development process to meet project-specific requirements
• Mentor junior engineers on product development and engineering best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to translate concepts into manufacturable designs
• Partner with global manufacturing teams to support full-scale product release
• Prepare technical documentation, support patent filings, and help create customer presentations and demonstrations

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required) Mechanical Engineering (preferred) Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics, or Optical Engineering (will be considered) 6–15 years of experience in product development, design engineering, or new product introduction (NPI) Product development and NPI experience required Experience designing injection-molded and sheet metal components Design of experiments (DOE) experience preferred Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems Ability to take ownership and lead technical efforts Strong understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and their application in product design

Ability to generate and evaluate design concepts using engineering analysis Leadership skills in global, cross-functional technical teams Clear verbal and written English communication skills Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo preferred, Solid Works/NX acceptable) Working knowledge…