HVAC Engineer

Overview Job Title: Facilities Project Lead V (Facility Mechanical/HVAC Engineer) Location: Painted Post, NY (Remote Home Base with 75% Domestic Travel) Duration: Multi-year projects Interview Process: Two Microsoft Teams Interviews Corning Incorporated is seeking an experienced Facility Mechanical/HVAC Engineer to join the Corporate Engineering team. This role will provide engineering leadership and project oversight for HVAC and facility mechanical systems across multiple manufacturing and R&D sites. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in facility systems and strong project management capabilities, with the ability to travel extensively to support operations nationwide. Key Responsibilities Lead facility mechanical and HVAC system engineering activities, including design, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Develop scope, estimates, schedules, and engineering documentation for capital and expense projects. Oversee the planning, execution, and close-out of facility projects, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, and schedule targets. Provide engineering guidance for HVAC, compressed air (CDA), process cooling water (PCW), process air, and related facility systems. Collaborate with process, plant, division, and R&D teams to support projects across multiple business units. Create technical specifications and ensure contractor and vendor compliance. Mentor internal engineers, contingent staff, and external contractors. Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, K-T, DESGN). Prepare forecasts and manage capital and expense budgets. Deliver technical reports and presentations to leadership teams. Travel Requirements Approximately 75% domestic travel to Corning sites and vendor locations. Work Schedule Core Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Flexibility required for overtime, weekends, and off-shift work to support project milestones. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required) FE or PE certification (preferred) Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) Experience Minimum 10+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience Proven experience in HVAC and facility mechanical systems engineering Strong project leadership and execution background Technical Skills HVAC design, installation, startup, and troubleshooting expertise Mechanical system analysis and problem-solving skills (DMAIC, K-T, DESGN) Project cost forecasting, estimating, and scheduling Proficiency with MS Project & SharePoint (preferred) Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks (preferred) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Management, Product Management, and Engineering Industries HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr