Equipment Engineer II

Corning Inc.; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning's solar module facility in Tolleson, AZ is seeking an Equipment Engineer II to sustain and improve manufacturing performance on the production floor. This role owns equipment diagnostics, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives, playing a direct part in the quality and efficiency of solar module production.

You will lead root cause analysis and drive equipment improvement projects, manage spare parts standards, update specs, and deliver technical training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge in mechanical design, circuit design, or programming/controls.
• Experience with structured quality problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, Six Sigma, PDCA, 5 Why, Ishikawa, FMEA).
• Ability to work extended hours and in challenging environments with PPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for downtime and quality issues.
• Drive equipment improvement projects from design to implementation and documentation.
• Manage spare parts standards and verify incoming parts to sustain operations.
• Maintain/update equipment operating specs and technical docs with cross-functional teams.
• Deliver technical training sessions and produce engineering reports.
• Collaborate with equipment manufacturers on performance issues and safety risk identification.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical maintenance

Problem solving (8D / DMAIC / SixSigma

Lean/Six Sigma principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field

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.

Requisition Number: 74462

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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

Role Purpose

Corning's solar module facility in Tolleson, AZ is seeking an Equipment Engineer II to sustain and improve manufacturing performance on the production floor. This role owns equipment diagnostics, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives, playing a direct part in the quality and efficiency of solar module production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for major equipment downtime events and equipment-caused quality anomalies, ensuring preventive measures are implemented and sustained
• Drive equipment improvement and innovation projects, from solution design through implementation and outcome documentation
• Manage spare parts standards, analyze monthly consumption trends, and verify incoming parts to support uninterrupted operations
• Maintain and update equipment operating specifications and technical documentation in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Deliver technical training sessions and produce engineering reports to build team capability and share best practices
• Partner with equipment manufacturers on performance issues and improvement directions; support safety risk identification on the production floor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance
• Proficiency in electrical or mechanical maintenance, with knowledge in one or more of the following: mechanical design, circuit design, or programming/controls
• Familiarity with structured quality problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, DMAIC, Six Sigma, PDCA. 5Why, Ishikawa, FMEA)
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays as operational needs require
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to extreme heat, cold, and noise; must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Physical ability to perform prolonged standing, walking, lifting, and climbing; ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and up to 20 lbs frequently

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in photovoltaic (PV) or semiconductor manufacturing
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks
• Experience developing or delivering technical training content
• Familiarity with spare parts management systems or inventory control processes

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $81,104.00 - $111,518.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

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 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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].