Project Leader Advanced Machine Systems

Project Leader Advanced Machine Systems

Date:
Jun 21, 2026

Location:

Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company:
Corning

Requisition Number: 73999

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. Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning's existing & emerging businesses. We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning's businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning's manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Focus will be on the development of robust process machine systems that provide significant competitive advantage to Corning's businesses, and/or enable new products or product lines (prototype and production capable machines). This position will support some or all of Corning Incorporated's divisions. The individual will be leading matrixed project teams on early-stage innovation projects, through concept generation, technology development, detail design/build, installation, and commissioning.

• Lead cross-functional project teams from concept generation, technology development, detail design/build, and start-up in manufacturing
• Estimate costs and time required to accomplish tasks and manage project scope, budget and schedule
• Identify the project resources necessary to complete the tasks and coordinate the teams' efforts
• Integrate commercially available technologies and processes and effectively leverage external machine builders and system integrators
• Interface with internal R&D, Division Engineering and manufacturing customers
• Work with other project team members on solving difficult mechanical engineering related problems, understanding project related issues, and general process engineering and process understanding
• Utilize internal lab facilities and equipment to develop proof of concept prototypes
• Executing project assignments with minimal supervision
• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.

BS Mechanical, Electrical or other Engineering discipline (B.S. minimum) with 10+ years of engineering preferred

Ability to achieve results preferably through a highly matrixed project team

Ability to clearly communicate technical content to broad audiences and provide concise project strategies, resources needs, and status updates

Technical leadership skills that will enable unique solutions to technical challenges

• Bachelor of Science (Engineering) or Masters of Science (Engineering or Applied Science)
• Green Belt certification
• Black belt (6 Sigma or Innovation) training
• Project and/or manufacturing financial management knowledge
• Knowledge of Innovation Stage-gate processes

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $97,542.00 - $ 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…