Mechanical Engineer

Corning•Town of Erwin, NY

34d•$69,279 - $95,259•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Corning, NY for an onsite role. This position will support the design, build, installation, and start-up of mechanical systems used in Corning’s manufacturing plants. The role involves working with cross-functional project teams from concept generation and development through detailed design, build, system integration, and production start-up. The focus is on implementing robust, cost-effective mechanical systems. This is a good fit for an early-career mechanical engineer who enjoys hands-on project work, technical problem-solving, and collaborating with internal teams, external engineering partners, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers. Travel for this role averages around 50%, primarily domestic with some international travel required.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 0 to 2 years of Mechanical Engineering experience
High level of technical curiosity that enables unique solutions to technical challenges in the role, along with the interest and ability to learn, develop, and advance technical skills in mechanical design, process equipment development, and other mechanical systems
Fundamental understanding of materials, process, and mechanical design to support the development of cost-effective mechanical systems
Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof-of-principle testing to validate design approaches
Familiarity with engineering principles in areas such as mechanical design, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, electro-mechanical drive systems, fluid power, pneumatics, robotics, material handling, alignment, part sensing, and safety standards
Ability to effectively leverage and manage external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers
Demonstrated skills in 2D and 3D CAD, and other engineering software packages
Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team
Self-starter able to satisfy objectives and timelines with minimal supervision
Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills
Results-oriented with a high commitment level

Nice To Haves

Entrepreneurial
Forward looking
Knowledge of glass and ceramic manufacturing
Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD design software
Experience with standard computer modeling and analysis software packages used in the design of mechanical systems

Responsibilities

Assigned to engineering project teams responsible for delivering robust, cost-effective mechanical systems for Corning’s manufacturing plants and processes
Work with project team members to solve difficult mechanical engineering and equipment-related problems, resolve project-related issues, and develop a basic understanding of process and equipment design requirements
Focus on the design, debug, installation, and start-up of mechanical systems, while developing understanding in areas such as material selection, error budgets, tolerance analysis, component specification, process requirements, and machine functionality
Assist with proof-of-concept and prototype testing to validate design concepts
Work with external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers to deliver assigned responsibilities on time, on budget, and in support of process performance requirements
Support generation of fabrication drawings using 2D and 3D software packages, installation drawings, and final drawing packages that reflect as-built conditions and meet Corning drawing standards
Actively participate in system integration, debug, installation, production start-up, and training of plant personnel
Report project activities, status, and issues on a periodic basis to project and department leadership
Execute project assignments in a team-based, highly matrixed environment with minimal supervision