Requisition Number: 60328

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

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 of the Position:

Work directly with Sales, Marketing, Customer Care, and other commercial functions to support external customers with the design of passive optical networks and the generation of associated bills of material (BOMs) for Fiber-to-the-Home networks. In addition to FTTH networks, the Design Engineer may create solutions for Multi-Dwelling-Units (MDUs), Fiber-to-the-Business (FTTB), and other Access Networks.

Duties:

• Utilize knowledge of products and product suites to develop optimized passive optical network solutions for customers

• Provide design support leveraging commercial sensitivity to achieve technically sound customer deliverables while enhancing business relationships

• Accompany Sales and other commercial representatives on customer visits to present solutions, provide training, and assist with various technical issues

• Utilize sound problem solving abilities to achieve desired objectives (Multiple design iterations may be necessary to develop optimal solutions to satisfy customer needs as well as desires)

• Formulate technical solutions using products which are core to the business as well as those which are newly released or even modified to meet custom specifications

• Balance the goal of creating an optimized solution against an comprehension of the customer’s needs to best meet corporate objectives, both financial and strategic

• Maintain appropriate communication with internal commercial personnel throughout the design process in order to properly manage commercial impact

• Work productively in a team of design engineer peers who have similar tasks and responsibilities which are shared between all members of the Design Engineering group

Qualifications & Skills:

• 4-year degree in a technical field required; Engineering discipline (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)

• Proficiency with current desktop computer software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook

• Ability to meet stringent deadlines, operate in a fast-paced multi-task environment, and effectively manage time

• Fundamental analytical problem-solving ability

• Self-motivation and the ability to succeed under minimal supervision, often with vague and nebulous information and direction from the customer

• Ability to quickly assimilate technical and commercial information from multiple sources and consolidate this into a focused technical position

• Ability to communicate ideas and solutions to all organizational levels (Will commonly work with: Technicians, Engineers, Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Leadership)

• Proficient presentation skills using visual aids

• Comfortable working with all organizational levels

• Confident interacting with internal and external customers

Travel:

• Up to 25% travel, including some international travel, could be a part of this job

• Travel is related to Sales support

and training of external customers as well as potential project work

• Occasional weekend travel as needed

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte