Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Date: Jun 28, 2026

Location: Painted Post, NY, US, 14870

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74686

**The company built on breakthroughs. ​ **

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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 Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Role Purpose

Member of cross-functional project teams from concept generation and development, detail design / build, system integration through production start-up in manufacturing. Project focus will be implementation of robust, cost-effective mechanical systems in Corning’s manufacturing plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Assigned to engineering project teams that are responsible to deliver 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 basic understanding of process and equipment design requirements.

• Focus will be on the design, debug, installation, and start-up of mechanical related systems. Responsible to develop fundamental understanding of assigned areas (material selection, error budgets, tolerance analysis, component specification, process requirements, machine functionality, etc).

• Assist with appropriate proof of concept and prototype testing to validate design concept.

• Work with external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers to successfully deliver assigned areas of responsibility to overall project team on-time, on-budget, and in satisfaction of process performance measures.

• Supports the generation of fabrication drawings (using 2D/3D software packages), installation drawings, and ensures that final drawing packages reflect as-built conditions and satisfies Corning drawing standards.

• Actively participates in system integration & debug, installation, production start-up, and training of plant personnel.

• Report on project activities, status, and issues on a periodic basis to project & department leadership.

• Individual must be capable of executing project assignments in a team-based environment and able to participate on a highly matrixed project team to execute project assignments, with minimal supervision.

Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.

Required Education

• B.S in Mechanical Engineering with 0 to 2 years in Mechanical Engineering.

• High level of technical curiosity that will enable unique solutions to the technical challenges incumbent in the position. 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, mechanical design to enable 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 approach.

• Familiar with engineering principles in fields 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 2-D and 3-D CAD, and other engineering software packages.

Experiences

• Entrepreneurial

• Forward looking

• Knowledge of glass and ceramic manufacturing

• Experienced with SolidWorks and AutoCAD design software

• Experience with use of standard computer modeling and analysis software packages used in design of mechanical systems

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $69,279.00 - $95,259.00 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.

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