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Staff Engineer, Thermal Equipment Design

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Date: Mar 3, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Painted Post, NY, US, 14870

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73701

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​        

                                                                      

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.

 

Scope of Position:

 

Thermal Equipment Design provides comprehensive design and engineering for Corning’s specialized processes.  Thermal equipment creates the process environment for material transformation and phase change. 

 

In this position you will provide the leadership to plan / scope, coordinate and control complex projects related to design for melting, forming, heat treating, batching, and related process services. You will act as the lead on one or more projects and provide technical leadership on thermal equipment related projects.

 

Day to Day Responsibilities:

 

  • Provide technical leadership on one or more projects. Primary technical leadership on thermal equipment projects.
  • Propose, plan (scope), and implement projects requiring engineering analysis.
  • Comprehend and apply sound engineering principles in the design of thermally functioning process equipment.  
  • Application of engineering principles primarily in the fields of mechanical design, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics. Use of numerical and physical modeling.  
  • Collaboration with scientists and process experts as part of the engineering process. 
  • Collaboration with manufacturing operations to further define and receive new and modified process equipment.
  • Recommend/implement improvements to mechanical equipment.
  • Equipment installation supervision and on-site commissioning as required.
  • Coordinate with project managers and other team members to meet project goals.
  • Effectively communicate plans, progress, and problems to all concerned parties.
  • Develop and update engineering documentation.

 

Required Experience

 

  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering.  Chemical may be considered.
  • Minimum 5 years of project, engineering, and design experience.
  • Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Strong technical fundamentals with thermal equipment.
  • Knowledge of mechanical design, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
  • Experience in working with high temperature processes and equipment.
  • Results oriented, delivery of tasks to project schedules.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills. 
  • Ability to communicate across research, development, engineering, commercial, and operations worldwide.

 

Travel Requirements:

 

Travel is required to Corning’s worldwide operations.  Frequency and duration vary according to project stage and status.    Travel may include project meetings, equipment installation, and system commissioning.

 

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The range for this position is  -  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 accommodations@corning.com.


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