Equipment Development Engineer **Date:** Apr 3, 2025 **Location:** Hickory, NC, US, 28601 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 68009 **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. **Purpose:** The Equipment Development Engineer is responsible for leading or working within multi-disciplinary teams to prototype and pilot new optical fiber cables and provide equipment/process design for OSPC manufacturing. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** • Use established processes to identify concepts for manufacturing cable & equipment designs, then build and test selected concepts (individually or in teams) and utilize risk management tools to ensure on-time delivery and qualification. • Designing and executing equipment/product validation tests in a manufacturing plant; analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and making recommendations • Collaborating with other equipment/process design experts within and outside of Cable Technology organization • Communicating and documenting results and equipment designs **Education:** • B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering similar technical field (e.g., physics); M.S. degree in similar discipline strongly encouraged. • 2-4 years work experience preferred. • Desired – knowledge / experience with optical fiber process development or manufacturing **Required Skills:** • Working knowledge of physical phenomena (static and dynamic physics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, optics, etc.) with a strong background in machine design or machine systems integration or process development. • The ability to work with other engineering disciplines (Electrical/Controls, Chemical/Materials, Mechanical) to create prototype and industrial process equipment design solutions. • Sound understanding of material properties and capabilities for use in machine design. • Knowledge/experience in materials processing equipment for manufacturing • Ability to design and carry out experiments in lab and manufacturing environments. • Familiarity with 3-D CAD software (AutoDesk Inventor preferred) **Desired Skills:** • Knowledge & experience with Optical Fiber / Cable process development or manufacturing • Working knowledge experience of Machine and Process Controls (motion control, flow control, sensor technologies, PLC programming, etc…) and safety systems. • Understanding of Ribboning, Stranding and Extrusion Processes. • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. • Capable with statistical evaluation tools. • Proficient in DMAIC and MEE methodologies for problem solving. **Soft Skills:** • Strong independent work ethic • Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills • Ability to work interactively with, or manage, cross functional teams with ties to Research and Early Stage Development and Manufacturing. • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $85,304.00 - $117,293.00 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. **Nearest Major Market:** Hickory