Sr Automation Mechanical Engineer

Requisition

Requisition Number: 72694

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. We build on breakthroughs and invite you to join us in breaking through limitations every day.

This role sits within Corning Optical Connectivity Solution’s Division Engineering organization supporting global automation projects. This position will serve as a technical lead or mechanical lead on project teams, leading delivery of new automation equipment, process optimization, or cost reduction in support of the Division’s automation strategy. A leading priority of the Global Automation Projects Management Group in Division Engineering is to establish and ensure accountability for global standards in equipment design and deployment across our manufacturing plants.

This role in collaboration with internal Corning cross‑functional teams and external equipment integrators will support new equipment & system introductions, process improvements and cost reduction projects.

• Provide mechanical design expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions, continuous improvements, cost reductions, maintenance, and productivity improvements.
• Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to Corning’s plants on‑time, on‑budget, and that satisfy performance measures.
• Actively participate/direct all phases of the project including initiation, design/development, equipment build, factory acceptance, production start‑up support, training of plant personnel and technology transfer.
• Ensure design packages are complete and documented properly and conform to Corning standards.
• Prepare technical specifications for automation equipment development in accordance with automation PRIME, GPM playbook for automation deployment.
• Work with project teams to solve automation problems, resolve project‑related issues, and develop fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success.
• Execute project assignments and manage projects in a team‑based environment with minimal supervision.
• Provide directions to other technicians / engineers, coach junior engineers, and guide maintenance personnel.
• Develop and lead some areas of the manufacturing and/or technical roadmap. Document material, process and/or equipment to protect and contribute to Intellectual Property improvements.
• Use statistical data analysis and DOE in process problem solving and process/product improvement.
• Introduce new products and technologies.
• Meet all Environmental, Safety and Health requirements.
• Develop SME knowledge of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing or engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of mechanical design, automation integration or capital asset development and deployment experience.
• Able to travel domestically and globally (Mexico and Poland at a minimum).

• Design and/or Manufacturing experience.
• Automation integration experience.
• Advanced CAD design experience (Solid Works, Creo).
• Prior experience moving a new product or process from development into manufacturing.
• Excellent technical communication skills.
• Ability to understand, leverage and drive accountability to established standards.
• Ability to quickly adapt to work process changes, new software/tools, and evolving workflows while maintaining productivity, quality, and clear communication.
• Experience with productivity tools and ability to quickly learn and use them – Mind Manager, Visio, Minitab, CAD data management (PTC Windchill, Solid Works Vault).

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…