Equipment Engineer I

Equipment Engineer I

Date: Jun 26, 2026

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85353

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 72294

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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.​ 

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Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking a motivated Equipment Engineer to join our team in our new fast-paced solar panel manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will assist the area supervisor in resolving major anomalies, analyzing faults, and optimizing improvements within the jurisdiction, while nurturing the ability of operational engineers to address issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the organization of data for major downtime anomalies, analyze and implement corrective actions for equipment-caused quality anomalies (meeting 4D, 8D standards), and ensure 100% implementation of measures.

• Undertake the department's KPI indicators and ensure a 100% completion rate for the responsible indicators.

• Responsible for promoting equipment improvement and innovation projects in the area

• Undertake QCC special activities arranged by superiors and develop Gantt charts to ensure timely completion of plans.

• Output technical reports and conduct technical training session per month, based on training attendance records.

• Responsible for area-specific technical improvement projects, with the ability to independently design solutions, manage processes, and summarize projects.

• Design engineer skills exam papers and submit them to superiors for review.

• Spare parts management

• Responsible for establishing and updating operating specifications for the equipment under jurisdiction, in collaboration with department clerks to ensure effective document updates.

• Assist superiors in identifying equipment safety risks and preventing accidents from occurring.

• Responsible for communicating with manufacturers regarding the main issues with equipment and improvement directions.

• Responsible for meeting departmental and company-level improvement and innovation indicator requirements within the region and fostering engineers' improvement awareness and thinking.

• Assist supervisors in auditing production line 5S and standardization of operations.

• Adhere to all Corning and OSHA rules and regulations at all times; and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds

Hours of Work

• Flexible schedule required to spend time on shop floor across all shifts, perform training, participate in customer calls and meetings.

• Core work hours are 8am-5pm typically.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, automation or related field required

• Proficiency in electrical or mechanical maintenance skills, mechanical design, circuit design, or programming.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational and coordination abilities, team-building skills, comprehension skills, and innovation capabilities.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Proven experience in equipment engineering, design, and/or maintenance.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Project management experience.

• Budget management experience.

• Experience in solar module or wafer manufacturing

• Experience in glass manufacturing

• Experience in manufacturing in clean environments

• Green Belt certification

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $65,406.00 - $89,934.00 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.

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**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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.

• 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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix