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Scientist - Mechanical Properties

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Date: Jul 15, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76561

 

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 businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

  • Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
  • Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
  • Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
  • Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
  • Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
  • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

 

Role Purpose

In this full-time onsite role at Sullivan Park, you will apply technical expertise within the Characterization Sciences directorate to perform mechanical testing on Corning's products and materials. You will execute testing methods and procedures, operate equipment, and analyze, interpret, and report findings. As a technical contributor, you will assess the mechanical strength and reliability of glass, ceramics, and polymers to support research, development, and manufacturing efforts. Responsibilities include hands-on testing, failure analysis, reporting results, and developing novel testing methods.  You will also partner with project groups to identify reliability needs and drive workstreams forward, collaborating closely with the mechanics, reliability, and fractography teams. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform mechanical testing on various materials and Corning products, analyzing and reporting results
  • Use strain monitoring equipment—including Digital Image Correlation, Video Extensometer, and strain gauges—to assess material behavior
  • Develop test plans and design experiments to assess and improve material mechanical reliability
  • Collect, review, and document test data and observations
  • Communicate technical information effectively to scientists and teams across Corning

Experiences/Education - Required

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Materials, or other applicable engineering degree OR Associate’s degree with 5+ years of experience 
  • Strong mechanics knowledge and technical curiosity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with statistics and data analysis
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Previous lab experience
  • Statistical software: Minitab, JMP, OriginPro
  • MTS TestSuite/TestWorks, Instron Bluehill
  • 3D CAD, SolidWorks preferred
  • Data acquisition systems: ±10V systems, NI FlexLogger, Keyence Wave Logger
  • Strain analysis tools: Digital Image Correlation, Video Extensometer, Strain Gauge
 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $66,381.00 - $91,274.00 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 accommodations@corning.com.


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