Polymer Materials Engineer: Drive Optical Connectivity

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

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.

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
  
  

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.

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] .