IT Engineer

Role Purpose

Are you ready to turn your programming skills into practical solutions that improve manufacturing operations?Join Corning’s Digital & IT team at our RAM manufacturing plant in Reynosa and contribute to projects that improve production systems, data visibility, and operational reliability.

What is your role?

As an IT Engineer I, you will support manufacturing systems and plant-floor technologies while coordinating digital improvement projects. You will work with local and corporate teams to resolve operational issues, develop solutions, and deliver measurable value to the business. This is an individual contributor role with project coordination responsibilities and no direct reports. 

Key Responsibilities

Major responsibilities and tasks of the position:

• Support FWD/MES, IMS, and manufacturing applications by investigating incidents, documenting findings, coordinating corrective actions, and validating service restoration.
• Develop and maintain reporting, dashboards, and digital solutions that improve manufacturing workflows, traceability, and access to information
• .Configure and troubleshoot Windows workstations, printers, scanners, industrial computers, and other production peripherals.
• Coordinate assigned projects and technical activities with technicians, engineers, business stakeholders, vendors, and corporate IT teams, maintaining clear documentation and status updates.

What do you need to have?

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant technical experience.
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience in software development, application support, IT support, or a related technical field. Strong recent graduates with relevant internships or projects may be considered.
• Solid programming foundations and working knowledge of databases, SQL, or scripting technologies.
• Experience developing dashboards or reports through professional work, internships, or relevant projects.
• Foundational knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, hardware/software troubleshooting, and incident management.
• Ability to coordinate project activities, guide technical contributors, and work proactively with accountability and follow-through.
• English and Spanish proficiency sufficient to participate in support conversations, collaborate with global teams, and deliver presentations.

What would be a plus?

• Familiarity with FWD/MES, IMS, manufacturing systems, traceability, scanning, or labeling.
• Experience with Python, Power Platform, PowerShell, APIs, or system integrations
• .Exposure to workflow automation and practical use of AI tools, agents, or copilots.
• Presentation skills and experience communicating with leadership or visitors
• .Experience with Lean, Kaizen, DMAIC, or continuous improvement. 

What we offer?

• Opportunities to contribute to innovative manufacturing and digital improvement projects.
• Collaboration with local and global technology teams.
• Development across programming, manufacturing systems, reporting, and project coordination.
• An environment that encourages initiative, ownership, and practical ideas.
• Supportive leadership that values results and accommodates occasional personal needs while maintaining on-site responsibilities.

Work schedule and location:

Fully on-site at Corning RAM Manufacturing Plant in Reynosa, Mexico.

Standard working hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

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 accommodation 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 accommodations related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com

MORE ABOUT 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. At Corning, you can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and support the delivery of lifesaving medicines. Come break through with us.