Industrial Engineer

Corning•City of Corning, NY

1d•$68,958 - $94,817•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking an Industrial Engineer to help shape how our Sullivan Park research campus uses its laboratory space. In this role, you'll apply Lean and industrial engineering principles to improve lab workflows, space utilization, and operational efficiency — directly enabling the R&D work that drives Corning's innovation pipeline. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career engineer to build cross-functional experience in a dynamic, science-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline
0–3 years of experience applying Lean and engineering principles in a research, laboratory, or manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of laboratory infrastructure, utilities, and equipment needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
Experience working with SharePoint, shared drives, and database systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

Lean / Performance Excellence certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
Familiarity with continuous improvement tools and methodologies
Experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo)
AutoCAD proficiency

Responsibilities

Partner with project managers and lab customers to develop conceptual lab layouts, workflow plans, and process flow solutions
Lead lab space utilization activities — including evaluations, suitability assessments, occupancy coordination, and exit/transfer processes
Drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives, including quarterly audits, metrics tracking, and sustaining standards across the campus
Maintain space and suitability planning databases and translate findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders
Build strong working relationships with internal customers to understand lab processes and deliver responsive, customer-focused solutions