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Sr. Engineer, Melt Design

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Date: Jul 8, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 69488

 

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.  

Scope of Position

  • Melt Design Engineer, working on new processes and platform designs to extend current platform capability and life, and develop new platforms for new businesses or glass compositions.
  • Develop concepts, either through software (SolidWorks) or experimental work (labs/existing platforms). Owns the design from concept to implementation.
  • Track Intellectual Property of the new processes and designs and ensure documentation.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Provide design support and fabrication support for the different MAPs and S&T groups in Corning.
  • Work with research melter, division engineering and manufacturing staff to understand businesses needs and work to create synergies if possible.
  • Learn from and work under the direction of Design experts (Associate/Sr. Associate/Fellow) to provide calculations, designs and assessments.
  • Hands on operation of new equipment, from fabrication to installation to startup.
  • Creation and execution of experiment plans when applicable.
  • Provide models and drawing packages to suppliers, inside customers and rebuild teams and support the teams during the different phases of design.
  • Deliver documentation (reviews/RTR) and capture IP as needed
  • Build network and reputation across organization
  • Travel Requirements:10-25% annually, domestic and international such as Kentucky, France and Asia

Experiences/Education - Required

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Experience with mechanical design engineering
  • Experience  with high-temperature engineering applications
  • Knowledge of FEA softwares, preference for COMSOL.
  • Able to apply critical thinking and engineering principles to solve complex problems.
  • Literature searches and report writing.
  • Succinct communication of complex ideas.
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and diverse organization across research, development, engineering and manufacturing.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Some knowledge of electrical and materials engineering experience would be a plus.
  • Capable of analyzing autopsied equipment and can make assumptions/conclusions on the possible improvements.

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $80,710.00 - $110,976.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

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, and career from day one

  •  As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • 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.     
  • 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

 

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.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


Nearest Major Market: Corning

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