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Sr. Staff Engineer, Precision Engineering

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Date: Oct 14, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71287

 

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.  



As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Role Purpose

Provides high level technical and analytical expertise for solving chronic issues and overcoming significant technological hurdles. Identifies and drives step change improvements for cost, quality, and capacity. Extends basic process technology / fundamental understanding in support of unit/division business needs. Develops and implement new enabling processes/ technologies to support unit or division priorities. Technology gatekeeper - monitors, communicates, and sanctions best practices and consistent application of technology.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides high level problem solving capabilities
  • Coach/mentor/develop junior/mid level engineers
  • Develop and protect fundamental knowledge and IP
  • Manage and motivate diverse project teams
  • Develop and deliver robust, capable materials, processes and equipment - implements needed step change improvements
  • Develop and leads several areas of the manufacturing and/or technology roadmap. Ensures all equipment and processes are documented, protects and is a SME to Intellectual Property improvements
  • Leads project teams in use of statistical tools and DOE for process problem solving and process/product improvement
  • Develop and execute project plans for large, complex, and high impact technical initiatives
  • Identify opportunities and lead efforts for process simplification, i.e. step removal
  • Sets example and creates culture of safety and environmental responsibility
  • Key contributor in unit/division technical strategy development
  • Build/maintain extensive technical network
  • Champion innovation and risk taking
  • Develop and sell vision to unit/division leaders

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor of Science (Engineering or applied science)

  • Minimum of 10 years engineering experince with a minimum of 3-5 years in precision engineering (required)

  • Statistical training through Design of Experiments (DOE)
  • Lean Fundamentals
  • Lead teams with clear and significant, demonstrable financial impact
  • Demonstrated ability to permanently solve difficult manufacturing issues (crises or chronic)
  • Lead new process/ product/ innovation project(s)
  • Knowledge sharing across division - e.g. core technologist
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing cost accounting and drivers
  • Submits and is granted IP
  • Experience working with mentor(s) with technical expertise in different technical areas

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Advanced degree in Engineering or applied science
  • Black Belt certification
  • Plant experience
  • Experience across multiple divisions, functions
  • Global experience

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

 

The range for this position is $109,880.00 - $151,085.00 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.

 

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.


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