Mechanical Intern

Requisition Number: 74730

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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.

• Day to Day Responsibilities

• • Researches, develops, designs, and tests mechanical components, tooling, fixtures and automation modules.
  • Performs mechanical designs for equipment/systems (including 3D models, 2D drawings, GD&T, BOM, and installation layouts).
  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate engineering actions, design tradeoffs and risk mitigations.
  • Develops/provides engineering specifications, acceptance criteria and technical requirements for mechanical equipment procurement, fabrication and installation.
  • Support assigned projects; collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, timely execution (design review, vendor management, FAT/SAT, commissioning).

• Education & Experience
  • Master
  • Major in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or related fields
  • Proficient in 3D CAD and 2D drafting (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD) and engineering drawing standards (GD&T)
  • Knowledge of mechanical motion principles and mechanism design (servo/linear motion, gears, cams, belt/chain drives, bearings, pneumatics/vacuum); able to collaborate effectively with controls teams.
  • Knowledge in mechanical design verification and debugging (tolerance analysis, FMEA, root cause analysis)
  • Workable written and oral English
  • Open-minded, and with independent thinking; with engineering curiosity and passion
  • Good project management skills

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.