Solid Mechanics Modeling Engineer

Corning•City of Corning, NY

1d•$96,913 - $133,256•Onsite

About The Position

Corning Incorporated is hiring a Solid Mechanics Modeling Engineer in Corning, NY. This is a full-time onsite role based at Sullivan Park, Corning’s flagship R&D campus, and typically works Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, with flexibility as needed to support project objectives. Travel is expected to be limited, though occasional domestic or international travel may be required. Relocation assistance is available. If you’re an engineer who likes using mechanics and simulation to solve real product problems — not just run models, but influence what gets built and why it works — this role offers that reach. This position sits within Corning’s modeling organization at Sullivan Park and supports a range of businesses and technologies across research, development, manufacturing support, and customer-facing engineering challenges. You’ll apply solid mechanics, finite element modeling, and topology optimization to understand how materials and structures behave, why they fail, and how to improve performance. In simple terms, this role helps Corning design lighter, stronger, more reliable products by using simulation and mechanics to guide engineering decisions.

Requirements

M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
3+ years of relevant professional experience acquired after degree completion; postdoctoral research experience may also be considered
Experience developing constitutive material models and characterization approaches for brittle materials, supported by hands-on experience with materials testing, especially strength and fracture testing
Strong knowledge of solid mechanics, including topology and shape optimization methods
Ability to translate complex engineering problems into mathematical or numerical models, design experiments to validate them, and develop technically sound recommendations
Strong background in structural finite element analysis, using tools such as Abaqus, Tosca, ANSYS, or equivalent software, along with programming and scripting skills in Python, MATLAB, or C++
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across globally distributed teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with open-source FEA or multiphysics tools, such as MOOSE
Experience in process engineering, product engineering, or manufacturing support, including product performance evaluation and technical data analysis
Broad knowledge of mechanical and materials testing techniques, along with experience using structured experimental and problem-solving methods such as DOE, MEE, Six Sigma DMAIC, or similar approaches
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects and work effectively across diverse stakeholders and cultures

Responsibilities

Apply solid mechanics modeling to evaluate structural performance, identify failure modes, and improve product reliability across a range of Corning materials and applications
Use finite element analysis (FEA) to support product design, failure analysis, manufacturing challenges, and process or design improvements
Apply topology and shape optimization methods to improve structural efficiency, reduce weight, and maintain required stiffness and performance
Develop, adapt, or apply modeling and analytical tools to build deeper understanding of material and structural behavior, particularly for brittle materials
Design and interpret experiments that validate models and support technical recommendations
Provide technical guidance on mechanical testing, measurement methods, and model validation
Partner with cross-functional teams across Research, Development, Manufacturing, and business-facing groups to solve product and engineering challenges
Communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and invention disclosures

Benefits

Relocation assistance is available.
This position supports immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $96,913.00 - $133,256.00 assuming full time status.
Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.
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