Development Scientist
About The Position
Corning’s Optical Communications segment provides optical solutions for carrier and enterprise networks. Despite the listed title, the role summary describes a Mechanical Engineer position providing hands-on engineering support for equipment construction, installation, debugging, and startup at domestic and international locations. The position oversees internal teams and contract personnel during installation and conversion projects, with an emphasis on safe, efficient, high-quality execution. The role is based in Wilmington, North Carolina, or Concord, North Carolina, and requires substantial travel to Corning Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacturing sites in North Carolina and potentially internationally. Typical travel ranges from a few days to a few weeks during project initiation; travel may be full-time during project deployment. The schedule is 40 or more hours, Monday through Friday, with adjusted hours and weekends potentially required depending on the project lifecycle. The position is overtime exempt and does not support immigration sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- At least 2–7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on skill with mechanical tools and measurement equipment.
- Teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to safety.
- Understanding of mechanical systems, piping/P&IDs, drive trains, and pneumatic/electromechanical actuators.
- Ability to interpret engineering requirements and translate them into equipment designs and schematics.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using AutoCAD®, Inventor, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.
- Background in manufacturing or construction environments.
- Strong communication, presentation, and project management capabilities.
- Experience in optical fiber manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute project plans emphasizing safety, quality, and protection of intellectual property.
- Improve mechanical installation practices to increase efficiency and reduce project timelines.
- Troubleshoot equipment hands-on and provide direction to technicians.
- Train personnel on installation methods, procedures, and equipment modifications.
- Ensure project materials are available, including through redesign, procurement, tracking, expediting, and documentation.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- Company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Recognition program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
