Engineering Project Leader

Corning; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & long-term incentives

Food coupons

Savings fund

Medical and dental coverage

Life insurance & disability

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead low- to medium-complexity product development and manufacturing projects, with an initial focus on New Product Introduction initiatives supporting HSDC. You will coordinate engineering, operations, manufacturing, product development, and other stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

You will also help evaluate project value, manage risk, and ensure alignment with business and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related technical field.
• 3+ years leading projects in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial settings.
• Experience with New Product Introduction, product/process development, or automation projects.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and business.
• Experience shaping project plans, scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and communications.
• Strong communication across organizational levels and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with initiative to advance projects in changing environments.
• Graduate degree (MBA or similar) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans with scope, milestones, budgets, risks, and objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams through development, testing, manufacturing implementation, and launch.
• Engage customers and internal stake­holders, clarify requirements, and manage expectations.
• Build business cases by evaluating needs, costs, risks, and financial impact.
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery, IP, and compliance; apply continuous improvement practices.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physical Sciences

MBA or master's degree (advantage)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Project

Job description

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

As a Engineering Project Manager, you will lead low- to medium-complexity product development and manufacturing projects, with an initial focus on New Product Introduction initiatives supporting HSDC. You will coordinate engineering, operations, manufacturing, product development, and other stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will also help evaluate project value, manage risk, and ensure alignment with business and customer needs. The role may include leading cost-reduction initiatives based on business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, milestones, resources, budgets, risks, and business objectives; monitor progress and recommend adjustments when needed.
• Lead cross-functional teams through product and process development, testing, evaluation, manufacturing implementation, and project launch.
• Engage customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to clarify requirements, manage expectations, communicate progress, and resolve issues.
• Build and maintain strong business cases by evaluating market needs, technical and manufacturing opportunities, cost targets, project risks, and expected financial impact.
• Ensure project activities meet applicable safety, quality, delivery, intellectual property, and compliance expectations while using effective project management and continuous improvement practices.

Travel: Up to 25%, depending on project needs, including occasional international travel.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or another relevant technical discipline.
• At least three years of experience leading projects in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Experience managing New Product Introduction, product development, process development, equipment, automation, or comparable technical projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams involving engineering, technology, operations, manufacturing, and business stakeholders.
• Experience developing project plans and managing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and project communications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels and build productive relationships across functions.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the practical judgment and initiative to move projects forward in a changing environment.

Additional experience that will help you stand out

• Experience in optics, optical communications, or another advanced technology environment.
• Graduate degree such as an MBA or master’s degree in a technical or business discipline.
• Experience leading cost-reduction projects, cost modeling, or business-case validation.
• Experience with automation, manufacturing equipment, or factory implementation projects.
• Familiarity with product and process development methodologies, Critical Chain project management, Performance Excellence tools, or similar approaches.
• Strong technical curiosity and the ability to ask insightful questions, evaluate options, and guide teams toward effective solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project.

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 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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.

• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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.

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 accommodations 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 accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail].