Sr. Mechatronics Engineer - Systems Design

Corning•Hickory, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for its innovations that push boundaries. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions. This role is within the Systems Design engineering team, responsible for creating the next generation of manufacturing equipment, ranging from automated systems to smaller-scale lab equipment. The engineer will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop concepts, build prototypes, and deliver innovative and reliable equipment for manufacturing.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field (7-10 years’ experience), or MS (5-7 years’ experience).
Mechanical design and detailing experience using 3D CAD.
Experience leading technical teams.
Experience in innovation, design and new technologies.
Enjoy working with diverse team members to collect, align, and communicate requirements and design approaches.
Some knowledge of industrial controls, and ability to learn.
Strong written communication skills, including documentation and diagrams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

MS degree in a relevant discipline.
Supervisory experience, or desire to supervise.
Experience with SolidWorks.
Some training in object oriented programming, especially in a language like C++, C#, Java, or Rust.
Experience with machine vision, motion control, or vision guided motion.
Electrical or electronics design experience.
Basic optics knowledge (e.g. photography or laser systems).
Experience with MATLAB and Python.

Responsibilities

Work with business leaders and end-users to understand needs for new equipment across varying scales, including benchtop systems, semi automated stations and fully automated cells.
Develop project technical strategies.
Lead one or more technical teams across a project.
Generate, evaluate, and select concepts based on engineering principles.
Collaboratively design, build and test prototypes and subsystems to validate concepts, integrating mechanical, electrical, motion, vision, and software components into cohesive systems.
Communicate through presentations and design reviews.
Provide expertise to the team responsible for building and deploying industrialized versions of the new technology into manufacturing.
Be a model for safe work practices, ensuring a safe environment for colleagues.
Document novel designs and intellectual property.
Travel up to 15%, typically in concentrated periods every 1–2 years.