Mechanical Automation Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 500.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonuses and long-term incentives

Food coupons

Savings fund

Medical and dental coverage

Life insurance & disability protection

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Descripción de la vacante

Corning is seeking a Mechanical Automation Engineer in Reynosa, MX to lead design and integration of automation equipment across global plants. You will collaborate with internal teams and external integrators to deliver on-time, on-budget solutions.

The role requires a mechanical or mechatronics background, 3–5 years' experience, proficiency with Creo/SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and the ability to travel domestically and abroad.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of mechanical design, automation integration or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks) and animation tools to visualize concepts.
• Ability to travel domestically and globally.
• Excellent technical communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide process and mechanical design expertise for new equipment and improvements.
• Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to deliver integrated automation equipment.
• Participate in all project phases from initiation to production start-up and tech transfer.
• Ensure design packages meet Corning standards.
• Prepare technical specifications for automation equipment development.
• Collaborate with teams to solve automation problems and drive process goals.

Conocimientos

Communication

Teamwork

Project Management

Travel willingness

Design reviews

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

Herramientas

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

Mechanical Automation Engineer

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location: Reynosa, TAM, MX, 88730

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 77155

**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

This role sits within Corning Optical Connectivity Solution’s Division Engineering organization supporting global automation projects. This position will serve as a technical lead or mechanical lead on project teams, leading delivery of new automation equipment, process optimization, or cost reduction in support of the Division’s automation strategy. A leading priority of the Global Automation Projects Management Group in Division Engineering is to establish and ensure accountability for global standards in equipment design and deployment across our manufacturing plants. This role in collaboration with internal Corning cross functional teams and external equipment integrators will support new equipment & system introductions, process improvements and cost reduction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Provide process and mechanical design expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions, continuous improvements, cost reductions, maintenance, and productivity improvements.

Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to Corning’s plants on-time, on-budget, and that satisfy performance measures.

Actively participate in all phases of the project including initiation, design/development, equipment build, factory acceptance, production start-up support, training of plant personnel and technology transfer.

Ensure design packages are complete and documented properly and conform to Corning standards.

Prepare technical specifications for automation equipment development in accordance with automation PRIME, GPM playbook for automation deployment.

Work with project teams to solve automation problems, resolve project related issues, and develop fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

Ideal candidate will possess 3 - 5 years of mechanical design, automation integration or manufacturing experience

Interest and ability to learn, develop, and advance technical skills in mechanical design, process equipment development, and system integration.

Understanding of mechanical design practices, equipment fabrication and assembly, and troubleshooting mechanical systems.

Ability to develop experimental plans focused on testing equipment, prototypes, and troubleshoot mechanical issues.

Use CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) and animation tools to visualize concepts, describe processes, and systems requirements.

Ability to perform independent design reviews and lead mechanical design reviews.

Able to effectively communicate technical ideas and concepts to a wide range of technical and non-technical audience within the organization and across organizational lines

Highly motivated, results oriented, and customer focused

Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team.

Project Management Skills

Able to travel domestically and globally to Corning deployment locations or external automation integrator sites

Valid passport

Desired Qualifications

Equipment Design, Process and/or Manufacturing experience

CAD design experience (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)

Excellent technical communication skills

Experience with writing technical reports

Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Ability to understand, leverage and drive accountability to established standards

Ability to quickly adapt to work process changes, new software/tools, and evolving workflows while maintaining productivity, quality, and clear communication.

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.