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Development Technician

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Date: May 7, 2025

Location: Wilmington, NC, US, 28405 Wilmington, NC, US, 28405

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 68508

 

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.  



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

Be part of a dynamic team in the Corning’s development group where you can apply your knowledge and experience to solve complex problems to improve manufacturing cost & capabilities. With a focused-on aspects of manufacturing equipment and processes related to new product and process development, new equipment and process industrialization, equipment design, procurement, deployment, commissioning, and startup.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Detail and document designs via models/drawings (INVENTOR)
  • Participate with other team members in generating and executing designs, project plans, estimates and schedules.
  • Interact with internal and external suppliers to procure, deliver, and implement hardware and equipment.
  • Generate and help manage drawings used to build equipment.
  • Specify and procure mechanical equipment from outside vendors.
  • Interact with machine shops to manage quotation, procurement and build of components.
  • Setup, testing and debug of electromechanical systems.  Optimization of same.
  • Participate in project design and objective setting activities.
  • Develop plans & schedules for implementing project objectives.
  • Schedule and coordinate plant & outside trades support as required for equipment installation.
  • Help plan & coordinate as well as participate in equipment/process startup & debug.
  • Develop written documentation for equipment and procedures developed to support the project objectives.
  • Interact with Drafting and PIMS organizations to ensure compliance with documentation requirements and standards.
  • Help plan and participate in the training of personnel and production associates receiving equipment & process deployed by the project.

Travel: 

  • Project deployments are expected to be sited in the Wilmington, NC plant. As such, expected travel would be <10% domestic, with some international possible, largely in project design and initiation phases.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • 2+ years of manufacturing or design experience (manufacturing or technical environment)

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • 2-year degree
  • Mechanical part detailing experience
  • Autodesk INVENTOR, 3-D CAD experience
  • Windows Office Suite
  • Strong technical/mechanical understanding
  • Mechanical Equipment - Design, procurement, Installation & Debug of manufacturing equipment

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  


The range for this position is $62,335.00 - $85,711.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

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, and career from day one

  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • 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.     
  • 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

 

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.


Nearest Major Market: Wilmington

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