Equipment Engineer II

Equipment Engineer II

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. 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.

Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.

-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

The Equipment Engineer II supports manufacturing performance by diagnosing and resolving complex equipment issues, analyzing equipment faults, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the assigned area. This role partners with the area supervisor to address major equipment anomalies while contributing to the development of operational engineers by sharing technical expertise and best practices.

• Lead the organization of major downtime anomalies, analyze and implement corrective actions for equipment-caused quality anomalies, and ensure 100% implementation of measures.
• Undertake the department's KPI indicators and ensure a 100% completion rate for the responsible indicators.
• Promote equipment improvement and innovation projects in the area, with no less than 2 department-level improvements per quarter and at least 1 company-level improvement per year.
• Undertake QCC special activities arranged by superiors and develop Gantt charts to ensure timely completion of plans.
• Output technical reports and conduct no less than 1 technical training session per month, based on training attendance records.
• Responsible for area-specific technical improvement projects, with the ability to independently design solutions, manage processes, and summarize projects.
• Design engineer skills exam papers and submit them to superiors for review.
• Spare parts management including: (1) Responsible for establishing reasonable standards for equipment consumables; (2) Check for duplicate spare parts requisitions; (3) Analyze monthly spare parts consumption for equipment to ensure reasonable inventory; (4) Verify incoming spare parts.
• Establish and update operating specifications for the equipment under jurisdiction, in collaboration with department clerks to ensure effective document updates.
• Assist superiors in identifying equipment safety risks and preventing accidents from occurring.
• Communicate with manufacturers regarding the main issues with equipment and improvement directions.
• Responsible for meeting departmental and company-level improvement and innovation indicator requirements within the region and fostering engineers' improvement awareness and thinking.
• Assist supervisors in auditing production line 5S and standardization of operations.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, electrical, automation, or related fields.

At least two years of experience in equipment maintenance, with preference given to those with experience in the photovoltaic or semiconductor industries. Proficiency in electrical or mechanical maintenance skills, mechanical design, circuit design, or programming. Strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational and coordination abilities, team-building skills, comprehension skills, and innovation capabilities. Integrity, honesty, diligence, meticulousness, ability to handle pressure, cheerful disposition, good communication skills, strong initiative and innovative thinking, strong sense of responsibility and career ambition.

Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Able to work extended hours as needed Continuous…