Senior Technology Project Leader – Optical Connectivity Solutions (m/f/d)

Senior Technology Project Leader – Optical Connectivity Solutions (m/f/d)

Scope of Position:

Senior Technology Project Leader drives collaborative delivery of new technology from customer concept to manufacturing reality for justified business opportunities. Project Management team, in concert with Technology product team members, are the face of the Technology organization in finding ways to overcome the obstacles – technical, organizational, customer oriented to do so. We do that on time, within scope, and on budget using clear concise communication within the team, with our stakeholders, and in partnership with our steering team.

Responsibilities

• Owns and controls project Scope, Schedule, Budget, and Quality.
• Understands customer needs and drives alignment and collaboration across all functions.
• Oversees product and process technical design and identifies mismatches with market needs.
• Understands manufacturing principles and aligns solutions to fulfill long term profitability.
• Seeks resources (people, machines, materials) proactively in order to meet milestones and holds resources accountable for delivery.
• Resolves conflict within the project through effective leadership & negotiates resolution to external conflict.
• Facilitates rational decision-making processes with team and steering members.
• Communicates the project status internally & externally to the organization & stakeholders in both formal and informal settings.

Requirements

• Technical bachelor’s degree in: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or similar (MSc or MBA preferred).

• Skills:

• Strong Team Leadership - Collaborates for the optimal business outcome.

• Stakeholder Partnership - Communicates effectively in English with Global Project Teams, Steering Teams and Stakeholders.

• Judgement - Obtains timely input before making decisions.

• Ownership and Commitment - Is passionate to succeed in delivering the best business outcome.

• Learning Agility - Demonstrates positive, proactive attitude toward change

• 5+ years’ experience in Product Development (preferred).

• Fluency in English (spoken and written); knowledge of German is a strong plus.

• Project Management Professional certification (preferred).

• A job that shapes a life.

• Corning offers you the total package.

• Your well-being is our top priority. Our Compensation & Benefits package supports your health and well-being, your financial goals, and your career—from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentive programs are linked to key business results, ensuring you're rewarded when the company succeeds. When Corning wins, we all win.

• Our health and well-being benefits include company-funded retirement plan, paid leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling valued and recognized motivates us even more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues who deliver exceptional performance.

• Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected].