Product Development Engineer (Optical Hardware) (f/m)

Corning Inc.; gmina Stryków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer (Optical Hardware) to drive new product design in global project teams. You will adapt existing products to meet customer needs and guide the full development cycle from concept through validation to production.

The role requires 5 years of design experience, strong Creo skills, and fluency in English and Polish with Chinese as an advantage. Expect collaborative work across departments and potential participation in patent activities.

Qualifications

• Requires higher education in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• 5 years of experience in product design and development.
• Fluent English and Polish; Chinese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of new products within international project teams.
• Adapt existing products to meet customer requirements.
• Participate in the full product development cycle from definition to validation and implementation.
• Model and simulate proposed solutions.
• Create technical documentation (3D and 2D).
• Introduce new products into manufacturing processes.
• Report project status per organizational requirements.
• Create technical reports and generate patent applications.
• Present solutions to internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with other departments and support other project teams.
• Coordinate tests for full product qualification.

Skills

English

Polish

Chinese (adv)

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

PTC Creo

Job description

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Senior Product Development Engineer (Optical Hardware) (f/m)

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 77419

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.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participating in the design of new products within international project teams
• Adapting existing products to meet customer requirements
• Participating in the full product development cycle (definition, concept, prototype, validation, implementation)
• Modeling and simulating proposed solutions
• Creating technical documentation (3D and 2D)
• Introducing new products into the manufacturing process
• Reporting project status in accordance with organizational requirements
• Creating technical reports and generating patent applications
• Presenting solutions to internal and external customers
• Collaborating with other departments and supporting members of other project teams
• Coordinating tests for full product qualification

REQUIREMENTS:

• Higher education degree; preferred fields: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related disciplines
• 5 years of experience in product design and development; industry knowledge is an advantage
• Proficiency in leading 3D CAD environment (PTC Creo preferred)
• Knowledge of technical documentation standards
• Knowledge of sheet metal forming and plastic injection molding processes
• Fluent English and Polish; Chinese will be an advantage
• Analytical thinking skills
• Ability to create conceptual sketches is an advantage
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a global environment
• Ability to clearly articulate technical ideas
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

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, we provide a pension benefit that grows throughout your career.

Our health and well-being benefits include medical, multi-sport card, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, and an 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] .