Materials Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 380.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonuses & incentives

Food coupons

Medical & dental coverage

Life insurance & disability

Paid time off

Recognition program

Descripción de la vacante

Corning Incorporated in Reynosa, Mexico seeks a Polymer Materials Engineer to drive development, qualification, and implementation of polymer materials for optical connectivity products. You will collaborate with global teams to identify material solutions and lead projects from concept through production.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Materials/Polymer/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, hands-on experience with polymers (thermoplastics, elastomers), and fluent English to coordinate with

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and hands-on polymer material experience.
• Experience with polymer materials in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret technical data.
• Fluent English and ability to collaborate across global teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead evaluation, testing, and qualification of polymer materials for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
• Support new product development through material selection, validation activities, prototype evaluations, and collaboration with product and process engineering teams.
• Manage materials and product development projects, coordinating timelines, resources, risks, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting material-related issues, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Conocimientos

Polymer materials

Thermoplastics

Elastomers

Injection molding

Extrusion

Materials testing

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Fluent English

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering/Polymer Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Role Purpose

Are you looking to be part of a global innovator in materials science, where your work can shape the future of connectivity, technology, and everyday experiences?

What is your role?

As a Polymer Materials Engineer, you will support the development, qualification, and implementation of polymer materials used in optical connectivity products. You will work closely with cross‑functional global teams to identify material solutions, drive product innovation, support manufacturing processes, and lead projects from concept through production implementation.

Requisition Number: 76410

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the evaluation, testing, and qualification of polymer materials to ensure product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Support new product development through material selection, validation activities, prototype evaluations, and collaboration with product and process engineering teams.
• Manage materials and product development projects, coordinating timelines, resources, risks, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting material‑related issues, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Experiences/Education – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working with polymer materials in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of polymer materials, including thermoplastics, elastomers, and related processing methods.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, extrusion, and assembly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data and make engineering recommendations.
• Effective communication and project management skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross‑functional and global teams.
• Fluent English.

Experiences/Education – Desired

• Previous experience in optical communications or related high‑performance material applications.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for optical connectivity components.

Benefits

Corning offers you the total package.

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives aligned with key business results.
• Food coupons to ease daily costs and a structured savings fund to support long‑term financial goals.
• Salaried employees eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage, company‑sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• A recognition program to celebrate successes and reward 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].