Job Description

Scope of Position:

Broaden and extend Corning Inc.’s competency in the field of precision finishing machine systems design and finishing process development for implementation in applications ranging from laboratory scale prototype to plant floor level manufacturing systems.  Candidate for this position will be expected to possess and/or demonstrate the ability to promptly acquire the process and mechanical engineering competencies required to blueprint precision finishing processes and corresponding equipment for projects ranging from early stage conceptual generation to pilot / high volume manufacturing start-up.  
The candidate will be expected to be familiar with development, promotion, and implementation of unique finishing machine systems designs for addressing non-classical finishing applications in a manner consistent with precision engineering principles and practices within Corning.  The individual must also demonstrate clear understanding of micron level machine systems procedures and possess both the ability to develop corresponding machine specifications as well as the ability to utilize state of the art analysis software tools to design or direct the design and analysis of said machine systems.   Project management competency for applications from concept to certification and installation of systems at a manufacturing location strongly desired.
Individual will be responsible for participating on cross-functional project teams the scopes of which may range from early innovation stage to concept generation/certification, technology development, detailed design/build, and pilot scale start-up as well as high volume manufacturing.  High level requirements for an individual working in this position include:

Solid fundamental understanding of processes and materials to enable development of finishing machine systems that deliver high quality products in a cost-effective manner
Strong level of technical curiosity driving solutions for unique technical challenges
Strong work ethic employing data driven methodology with emphasis on generating actionable results 
Strong written and verbal communication skills including oral presentation skills and documentation practices for Intellectual Property (IP) development in the form of invention disclosures and restricted technical reports
Strong networking skills for building effective internal and external networks
Ability to work in highly matrixed interdepartmental as well as external project team environments 
Ability to execute project assignments with minimal supervision
Project management skills including (but not limited to) defining project scope, identification of critical resources, crafting corresponding budgets, scheduling, and cost estimation
Manage multiple projects - plan, prioritize, and set goals to guide actions

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Work within existing project teams to aid in solving mechanical engineering and finishing process challenges to benefit project sponsors
Interface and work with the Research, Development and Manufacturing teams involved in innovation and manufacture of new products and machine systems for any Division of Corning including Display Technologies, Environmental Technologies, Life Sciences, Mobile Consumer Electronics, Optical Communications, Pharmaceutical Technology, and Science and Technology
Design and analysis of first generation / next generation products, machines, and machine components for robustness of precision finishing system design from material selection, analysis, and behavior perspectives
Utilization of internal laboratory facilities and equipment to demonstrate proofs of concept
Interfacing with external suppliers to specify and procure corresponding precision elements including fixtures and machine components
Interfacing with internal project receivers and internal trades personnel to set systems up and make them functional
Documentation of work in the form of internal reporting (timely presentation of results to project receivers as requested) and Intellectual Property development in the form of restricted technical reports and invention disclosures
Presentation of associated project work for review by peers, internal receivers, external customers, and managers up to and including Corning Senior Management
Execution of project management duties including record maintenance, estimating task time, monitoring performance against schedules, and tracking expenditures against budgeted funds
Consult with and/or advise system integrators and/or external sub-contractors in development of new precision finishing machine systems
Procure, implement and document processing systems and assist in training operational personnel

Travel Requirements:

Individuals applying for this position should expect 10% - 30% travel depending upon specific project assignments.  Travel may be required during installation, debug, and start-up as well as for routine interaction with Customers and Suppliers.

Required Education:

B.S. Degree in Technical Discipline required
M.S. / PhD Degrees in Technical Discipline preferred

Experience Requirements: 

Minimum 10 years in a technical field to include:

Process and/or Equipment Engineering or Product Development 
Project or Engineering Management
Technology or Product Transfer
Supervisory Experience

Critical Technical Skills Requirements:

Technical expertise in the field of design and development of precision finishing machine systems dedicated to glass and/or ceramic materials processing
Systematic approach to problem solving employing experimental design and statistical analysis
Ability to integrate commercially available technologies and processes to develop robust, next generation finishing process equipment solutions
Ability to effectively leverage external machine fabricators and systems integrators to generate detailed design, build, and integration of machine systems
Understanding semiconductor materials processing and corresponding machine systems preferred
Management of technical interfaces between Corning and OEMs to enable success in emerging technology ventures

Critical Soft Skills Requirements:

Ability to work in technically and socially diverse project team settings
Ability to effectively deal with high levels of uncertainty, ambiguity, and change such as in an environment of evolving project and product requirements
Strong internal and external networking skills
Leadership – champion new ideas, lead by example, and provide constructive feedback to co-workers
Teamwork – work closely with other team members and departments; share credit
Flexibility – change ideas and focus based on new inputs
Commitment to Task – demonstrate dependability and sense of urgency about getting results

This position does support immigration sponsorship.