Mechanical Design Engineer - Advanced Machine Systems
About The Position
Corning is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Advanced Machine Systems team at Sullivan Park, its R&D facility in Corning, New York. This onsite role supports development of prototype and next-generation process equipment that enables new products and process capabilities across Corning’s businesses. The engineer will work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, controls, research, development, manufacturing, and operations teams to turn early concepts into robust machine systems suitable for manufacturing environments. The role includes up to 30% domestic and international travel for equipment installation, start-up, debugging, and routine interaction with internal and external customers and suppliers. The position involves designing mechanical components, assemblies, fixtures, and process equipment, including metrology and scanning systems, using 3D CAD. The engineer supports machine-system development from concept through design, build, installation, start-up, debugging, and improvement; applies engineering fundamentals and practical design methods; contributes to proof-of-concept prototypes; works with suppliers and equipment partners; verifies builds and layouts against drawings and design intent; and prepares technical documentation and updates. Corning’s Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division provides manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise to Corning’s existing and emerging businesses, partnering with those businesses and the Science & Technology division. The position does not support immigration sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field focused on product and/or machine design.
- 3–5 years of experience in machine design, product design, equipment development, or a related engineering field.
- Experience with 3D design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
- Experience with mechanical drawings, schematics, fabrication methods, and mechanical assemblies.
- Working knowledge of basic electrical engineering principles.
- Experience working with vendors on fabricated parts, assemblies, or integrated equipment systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with equipment installation, start-up, commissioning, and debug in a research or manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with automation, robotics, dispensing, material addition or removal, or related process technologies.
- Experience or interest in surface modeling, 3D scanning, metrology, reverse engineering, FEA, or CFD.
- Ability to work effectively through ambiguity, manage changing priorities, and take ownership of project work.
Responsibilities
- Design mechanical components, assemblies, fixtures, and process equipment, including metrology and scanning systems, using 3D CAD such as SolidWorks.
- Support machine-system development from concept through design, build, installation, start-up, debug, and improvement.
- Apply engineering fundamentals, materials knowledge, fabrication methods, GD&T, and tolerance stack-ups to develop practical, reliable designs.
- Support proof-of-concept prototype development using internal lab resources.
- Partner with research, development, manufacturing, electrical, controls, and operations teams to solve equipment and process challenges.
- Work with suppliers, fabricators, machine builders, and system integrators on equipment design, build, and integration.
- Verify equipment builds and layouts against drawings and design intent; update drawings, schematics, and documentation as systems evolve.
- Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and presentations, and support safe equipment set-up and commissioning.
- Travel domestically and internationally for equipment installation, start-up, debug, and routine interaction with internal and external customers and suppliers.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions; total company retirement contributions can reach between 7% and 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
- 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 (EAP).
- Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
