Melting Equipment Engineer, Gorilla Glass

Melting Equipment Engineer, Gorilla Glass

Join us at Corning, 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. 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.

Scope of Position:
An excellent opportunity to support and develop in one of Corning Incorporated's key engineering organizations supporting new, innovative and challenging technologies, while working within an experienced and progressive team environment. Responsibilities will be focused on the design, installation, operation and maintenance of glass melting equipment.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Lead melting process installations (rebuilds)
• Lead, support and provide guidance through the fabrication, installation and construction activities and provide start-up assistance of the melting process equipment
• Promote "good" project management practices in the melt technology area
• Adapt new equipment installation technologies as needed and justified
• Investigate and recommend equipment modifications to technology area design team
• Manage logistics of incoming equipment orders
• Be the first point of contact between the vendors and the project team
• As required, provide onsite support at vendors (internal and external) throughout the fabrication process and final checkout
• Provide the project or task with sound innovative thinking, problem solving skills while staying customer focused
• Provide direction and guidance to develop/strengthen installation competencies to all team members
• Provide CAD support as needed
• Travel is required to Corning's worldwide operations. Frequency and duration vary according to project stage and status. Travel may include project meetings, equipment installation, and commissioning.

Hours:

8 am – 5 pm with ability to support off-hours conference calls / meetings with international project teams and extended hours as required to meet project objectives. During construction periods, hours will range from 7 am – 5 pm to account for the additional workloads placed upon the project. Some Saturday shifts required as needed for projects.

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree in Engineering (ceramic, chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical) 5 or more years of experience in construction, design engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, process engineering or a combination of these.

Required

Skills & Experience:

Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills, with the ability to handle changing priorities Strong hands on application skills with a focus on construction and installation of manufacturing equipment Ability to read and interpret drawings and apply to field installations Project management and organizational skills Results oriented; delivery of tasks to project schedules Ability to effectively communicate and work in a global environment;

across research,development, engineering, commercial, and operations worldwide Ability to work effectively as technical member of a larger project team. Support of and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures as they apply to installations. Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.

Desired

Skills & Experience:

Knowledge in glass manufacturing Knowledge and use of a problem-solving process (i.e. KT) Desire to be hands-on to set the example for direct labor workforce Self-starter does not wait to be told what/how to perform the work Relocation assistance offered

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $95,997.00 - $ 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.

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