CAD Designer

Corning•Hickory, NC

1d•$70,249 - $96,593

About The Position

Corning is seeking a CAD Designer to join its Optical Communications product development team. The position works directly with the rapid prototyping team in a fast-paced, changing environment to translate early concepts into CAD models and prototype-ready designs. The designer supports rapid concept development and collaborates closely with Design Engineers, who provide technical guidance and mentorship. The role is suited to someone with a strong interest in mechanical design who is pursuing or interested in pursuing a mechanical engineering degree. The position offers a collaborative and innovative work environment, professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary and benefits package. The work involves designing parts in Creo Parametric, contributing to project documentation and data management in Windchill, and working with teams including molding, fabrication, and production. The designer will build mechanical design skills over time and continually learn new techniques and improve workflows.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with 3D CAD software through academic, internship, or professional work; Creo Parametric is preferred.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and handle rapid concept development and frequent design iteration.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team, including close collaboration with the rapid prototyping team.
Proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

Nice To Haves

Coursework, certification, or progress toward a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Experience designing sheet metal and/or plastic molded parts.
Familiarity with Windchill or similar document management systems.
Exposure to prototyping methods such as 3D printing or hands-on build and assembly.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desire to expand skillset and build new capabilities within the organization.

Responsibilities

Work with the rapid prototyping team to turn concepts into CAD models and prototype-ready designs, adapting as requirements and priorities change.
Create, iterate on, and document multiple design concepts within short timeframes.
Use Creo Parametric to design parts involving sheet metal, plastic molding, and user-centered approaches.
Collaborate with Design Engineers on product design, design for manufacturability (DFM), validation, optimization, and cost reduction, incorporating their guidance and design reviews.
Collaborate with molding, fabrication, and production teams to develop designs as part of a larger system.
Use and contribute to Windchill for project management and storage of designs and other data.
Learn and apply new techniques, build on coursework with hands-on design experience, and continually refine workflows and approaches.