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Engineering Innovation Project Team Manager

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Date: Apr 14, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74498

 

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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.​   

 

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

 

Role Purpose

 

  • Lead a team of Project Leaders within the OCS Technology organization including both local and remote locations.
  • Drive the successful and timely delivery of Projects for: New Product Introduction; Cost savings; and Capability development. 
  • Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of major projects.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Lead team of project leaders in delivering projects:
    • Prioritize and make project assignments to best deliver business objectives.   
    • Manage performance of the team.  Recognize excellent behavior.  Resolve capability gaps and performance issues.
    • Coach project leaders in: Project management skills; Leadership skills; OCS systems and procedures; Team building; change management.  Includes coaching Project Leaders that are not direct reports.
    • Ensure project plans and status are well developed and communicated to the organization.
    • Manage project Scope, Schedule, Budget, and Quality.
    • Ensure completion of reporting and record keeping of projects to: Protect and build Corning intellectual property; Maintain ISO and other registrations; Ensure proper support of corning products after project completion.
  • Facilitate/administer PPW process to evaluate proposed projects for quality and adequate definition. Take corrective action to fix shortcomings as needed.
  • Recruit, select and onboard new project leaders.
  • Lead regular project reviews with senior OCS leadership.
  • Identify, lead and participate in project management process improvement teams.  Participate in the development of project management systems.
  • Build a cross functional network throughout Corning including Research, COC Technology, Mfg, PLM, and Commercial.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

  • BS in Engineering
  • Minimum 7 years in Product Development and/or Project Management within engineering
  • Ability to teach project leadership skills – Communication; Planning; Budgeting; Ownership; Team building; Business Acumen; Risk Management; Critical decision making; Conflict resolution

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • Experience in manufacturing processes related to passive optical products: Automated and manual assembly; Injection molding; Sheet metal fabrication; Optical fiber termination
  • Knowledge of passive telecommunication and data center product design, application, testing and/or industry standards.
  • Advanced degree (MS, MBA) or Project Management Professional certification
  • Experience working in a global organization
  • Experience with Automation Development and creating automative systems

 

 

 

This position supports immigration sponsorship. 

 


The range for this position is $155,994.00 - $214,493.00 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. 

 

 

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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.


Nearest Major Market: Hickory

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