Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Join Corning, 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. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. Come break through with us.

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an Engineer to support product development and product integrity efforts across the full product lifecycle from concept through production. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams to ensure products meet performance, reliability, and safety standards. This is a strong opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience in product lifecycle development and continuous improvement within a globally connected manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure product integrity requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) activities, including design reviews, validation and verification testing, and engineering documentation.
• Analyze product performance and quality data; support failure analysis and corrective action efforts.
• Coordinate outsourced qualification testing with external labs and work with suppliers on component quality and performance requirements.
• Assist in managing engineering changes (Engineering Change Request/Engineering Change Order — ECR/ECO) and maintaining compliance with applicable industry standards (e.g., Telcordia, IEC, JEDEC, ISO).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 1+ year of relevant engineering experience, including internships and co-ops
• Foundational knowledge of engineering principles and product development processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with a programming language (e.g., Python, C, C#)
• Familiarity with quality tools such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), 8D, root cause analysis, or Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Exposure to manufacturing processes and product testing
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO, TIA, IEEE, or Telcordia

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to learn quickly in a dynamic work environment
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Travel up to 30% domestic and international. Role based out of the Corning, Keller, TX facility. This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $68,064.00 - $93,588.00 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.

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.

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 click.appcast.io.