Staff Engineer, Precision Engineering Technologies

Job title: Staff Engineer, Precision Engineering Technologies

About the Role Role Purpose: Focus will be the development of robust precision machine systems that provide significant competitive advantage to Corning’s businesses, and/or enable new products and production-capable machines. This role interfaces with the Research, Development, Engineering and Manufacturing teams involved in the innovation and manufacture of new products and machine systems for any of Corning’s Businesses.

What You'll Do

• Interface with the Research, Development, Engineering and Manufacturing teams that are involved in the innovation and manufacture of new products and machine systems for any of Corning’s Businesses.
• Design and analysis of first generation/next generation products, machines, machine fixturing and machine components from a robustness of design perspective.
• Work with other project team members on solving difficult mechanical engineering related problems.
• Develop deep understanding of process requirements to influence equipment design functionality & performance.
• Integrate commercially available technologies and effectively leverage external machine builders and system integrators.
• Utilize internal lab facilities and equipment to develop proof of concept prototypes.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams controls & process engineers, optical & glass scientists.
• Travel Requirements: 5% - 25% primarily within the US depending upon specific project assignment. Travel may be required during installation, debug, and start-up and for routine interaction with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: Normal Business Hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Flexibility in hours on an as needed basis

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree required, discipline in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Precision's, or related fields.
• 5-10 years professional experience in Engineering required.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Experience in designing and building complex mechanical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Soft Skills: Comfortable collaborating with a diverse project team.

Nice to Have

• Proficiency with metrology tools and techniques (e.g., CMM, laser interferometer).
• Strong knowledge of precision machining techniques and materials.
• Innovative with strong technical curiosity.
• Track record of researching prior art and documenting Intellectual Property.
• Strong understanding of precision engineering principles.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary not disclosed.