Job Description

Role Purpose

Would you like to turn new product ideas into real solutions that help connect the world? Join Corning and contribute to the development of innovative products for optical networks.

What is your role?

As a Product Development Engineer, you will develop mechanical solutions for indoor and outdoor optical network enclosures, from initial requirements and concepts through testing and production release. You will coordinate technical project activities and collaborate with global teams across design, manufacturing, and quality.

Major responsibilities and tasks of the position

• Develop and evaluate mechanical concepts, prototypes, and detailed designs, considering functionality, cost, material properties, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate product development projects, including CAD, prototyping, testing, and qualification activities.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality to introduce new products and support their release into full-scale production.
• Prepare technical documentation, 3D models, 2D drawings, test plans, and presentations to communicate design decisions and project results.

What do you need to have?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, such as Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or Optical Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in product development, mechanical design, or New Product Introduction (NPI) within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience coordinating engineering projects and cross-functional activities to introduce new products into manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and work with 3D CAD tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD; Creo is preferred.
• Understanding of material properties and manufacturing processes, with strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Strong spoken and written English to communicate effectively with international teams and present technical information.

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 accommodation 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 accommodations related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.