Assistant Mechanical Scientist

Requisition Number: 69158

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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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.​   

​ Come break through with us.  

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Understand technical requirements and get testing plan executed
• Analyze technical data and prepare technical materials for both internal and external communication
• Support technical needs in the field 
• Work closely with Commercial Technology, account teams and other technical teams to achieve more product adoption. 
• Provide metrology measurement to characterize ion-exchange stress attributes

Requirements:

• Education and Experience: 3 - 10 years of work experience after completion of B.S. or M.S.  --- preferably in Engineering Mechanics, Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering
• Travel Requirements: up to 25%, mainly in China region
• Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 40 hours/ week, 9AM-6PM, Flex-time is supported
• Ability to understand and operate advanced ion-exchange metrology devices
• Deep understanding of optics, polarization, waveguide and laser scattering theory
• Familiarity with reliability engineering, statistical analyses and materials damage mechanisms
• Ability to independently analyze test results and communicate effectively

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.