Corning

Oct 8, 2026

Staff Engineer Early Stage Design

United States

City of Corning, New York, United States

About the opportunity

Requisition Number: 74288

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.

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.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

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.

Come break through with us.

Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

ROLE PURPOSE

Focus will be on the development of robust process machine systems that provide significant competitive advantage to Corning’s businesses, and / or enable new products and product lines (prototype and production capable machines).  This position will support some or all of Corning Incorporated’s divisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Experience in successful development and delivery of first/next generation process machine systems through early stages of innovation and into manufacturing.

Strong interest and skills in mechanical design, with broad knowledge of materials, fabrication methods (machining, forming, molding etc.) assembly and joining methods, GD&T, tolerance stack ups/error budgets.

Knowledge in machine components such as slides, spindles, conveyance, handling and fixturing are desired.

Excellent understanding and recall of engineering fundamentals, and the ability to deploy those fundamentals into successful designs. Proposes solutions and/or invents, applies, develops, or extends a state-of-the-art technology.

Experience with 3D CAD modeling (Solid Works preferred), and use of simulation modules to optimize designs and/or demonstrate feasibility (finite element, computational fluid dynamics etc.)

Ability to work effectively in highly ambiguous situations.

Understand how to integrate commercially available technologies and processes such as robotics, material addition and removal, dispensing, and automation equipment into robust process manufacturing solutions.

Able to effectively leverage external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build, and integration of later stages of machine system implementation.

Ability to apply decision making and problem-solving skills to review facts and weigh options using a systematic approach to solve problems.

Influences peers, team(s), and management, and provides technical guidance. Creates objectives and uses creative approaches to support projects or create project opportunities.

Utilize internal lab facilities and equipment to develop proof of concept prototypes.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Mechanical, Mechatronics or similar Engineering discipline (B.S. minimum) with minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, 10+ years preferred.

Demonstrated project leadership experience with ability to achieve results through a highly matrixed project team.

Ability to clearly communicate technical content to broad audiences and provide concise project strategies, resources needs, and status updates.

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, & Inventor)

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

DESIRED EXPERIENCES

Technical experience in a Corning division

Experience in designing and building process equipment

Knowledge of Corning’s manufacturing processes

Track record of documenting Intellectual Property

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $95,227.00 - $130,938.00 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.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.

As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.

Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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 accommodations@corning.com [accommodations@corning.com?subject=Corning%20Accommodations].

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Staff Engineer Early Stage Design

About the opportunity

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED EDUCATION

DESIRED EXPERIENCES

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