Sr. Engineer, EMP Equipment Engineer

Requisition Number: 77602

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​ 

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

Come break through with us.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

Works with other team members to solve difficult technical and engineering-related problems in a hands-on R&D and development environment. Supports new equipment development, technical troubleshooting, process and equipment improvements, and new product or process introductions. Helps translate evolving customer and technical needs into practical equipment and engineering solutions that support development work today and future manufacturing possibilities tomorrow. Supports safe, reliable, and effective operation of specialized equipment while contributing to technical understanding, continuous improvement, and cost-effective execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day hands-on engineering and troubleshooting support across development, research, and pilot-scale operations
• Troubleshoot equipment, mechanical systems, material flow, and related technical issues, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions
• Support equipment modifications, setup changes, repairs, and documentation in an iterative development environment
• Partner with scientists, technicians, and other engineers to develop practical solutions for evolving process and equipment needs
• Support new product and process introductions through equipment installation, certification, training, and operational support
• Build technical understanding of equipment, materials, and process interactions in focused engineering areas
• Support safe equipment operation and compliance with safety and environmental requirements

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical experience or equivalent experience in an exceptional case
• Track record of delivering results in a technical or engineering environment
• Demonstrated knowledge in a technical field
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting ability, especially with equipment and mechanical systems
• Ability to work directly with equipment in a practical, fast-moving engineering environment
• Project team membership
• Willingness to collaborate, ask questions, and work closely with scientists, technicians, and other technical partners

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Electrical systems familiarity
• Experience in prototype development, pilot operations, or specialized equipment support
• Experience in glass processing, chemical processing, hot-process, or similar manufacturing / development environments
• Green Belt Certification
• Project Team Leadership
• Shift supervisory experience
• Summer intern or progressive engineering experience within a technical field

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,104.00 - $111,518.00 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. 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

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. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on us.fitly.work .