Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

**Date:** Oct 22, 2025

**Location:** Newton, NC, US, 28658

**Company:** Corning

Requisition Number: 71580

**The company built on breakthroughs.

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**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.

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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.

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​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.

**Scope of Position:**

Apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices to effectively accomplish technical assignments and projects.

Makes decisions independently based upon sound engineering and scientific methods.

Actively participates within and beyond department boundaries to resolve important process and product issues.

Enhances manufacturing capabilities through the implementation of new ideas and methods.

Independently executes projects to fulfill department goals and objectives in the areas of cost reduction, productivity gains, process flow, capacity increases, scrap reduction and process and product enhancements.

**Day to Day Responsibilities:**

• Support manufacturing in a 24/7 production environment
• Assisting production personnel and maintenance functions in day-to-day troubleshooting of equipment and processes
• Conducting trend analysis of reoccurring errors
• Developing proposals/designs/training to reduce those errors and machine downtime and implement the corrections.
• Quality documents pertaining to winding.

Interface daily with operators and production team leaders to monitor and correct possible process fluctuations.
• Manage all aspects of bringing new equipment into production, including preparation of financial justification, designing, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project.
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conducting equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and making provisions for repair parts stocking levels.
• Formally document all aspects of the project using various project and change management tools.
• Initiate and implement process or equipment improvements in order to reduce scrap/cost, increase run rates, or improve overall product performance and quality through the application of engineering principles.
• Support the transfer of new cabling and fiber technology or materials from development groups to production environment.
• Provide processing support during product development
• Develop plans as to how the equipment/processes will be employed into production
• Ensure that the new technology is repeatable in a production environment prior to transfer.
• Ensure all production and maintenance documentation is completed such as MI's, SOP's, PM's, and calibration.
• Take an active role in continuous improvement team activities and conduct all tasks consistent with the DMAIC/Six Sigma methodology when applicable.
• Excellent presentation skills for all audience types ranging from manufacturing associates to executive level personnel.

**Travel Requirements:**

• 25%

**Hours of Operation:**

• M-F 8-5 Supporting a 24/7 Operation

**Required Education & Experience:**

• B.S. degree Mechanical Engineering
• Min of 5 yrs manufacturing experience
• Strong project management skills – ability to lead medium and large scale equipment focused projects.
• Experience with SolidWorks/Inventor and AutoCAD software.

**Preferred Experience:**

• Prior experience moving a new product / manufacturing process from development into manufacturing
• Experience with use of standard computer modeling and analysis software packages used in design of mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of polymers and extrusion processes
• Familiarity with controls including programming.

**This position does not support immigration sponsorship.**

The range for this position is $94,161.00 - $129,472.00 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.

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**Corning offers you the total package.

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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.

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.

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**Nearest Major Market:** Hickory

Required Skill Profession

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