Mechanical Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Painted Post (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Bonuses & incentives

Company-paid pension

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Corning, NY is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our onsite team. The role involves design, equipment installation, startup, and manufacturing support across Corning’s operations.

Travel is expected to average around 50% depending on project phase, with periods of higher or lower travel and relocation assistance available. Ideal candidates are early-career engineers with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of experience; they should have hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience in manufacturing or mechanical systems.
• Experience with mechanical design, thermal systems, heat transfer, or fluid systems.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a matrixed, team-based project environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to engineering project teams delivering robust mechanical systems for manufacturing plants.
• Support design, debugging, installation, and startup of mechanical and thermal systems.
• Collaborate to solve equipment-related problems and support project execution.
• Assist with prototype, proof-of-concept, and testing to validate designs.
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to meet project scope and timelines.
• Develop fabrication and installation drawings reflecting as-built conditions.
• Participate in system integration, field support, startup activities, and training of plant personnel.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Team-based environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related engineering fields

Tools

2D/3D CAD

SolidWorks

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: 76555

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.

Corning’s Businesses Are Ever-evolving To Best Serve Our Customers, Industries, And Consumers. Today, We Accelerate And Transform Life Sciences, Mobile Consumer Electronics, Optical Communications, Display, Automotive, And Solar Markets. We Are Changing The World With

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Corning, NY. This is an onsite position working Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, with flexibility as needed. Travel is expected to average around 50% depending on project phase and may include periods of higher or lower travel, extended domestic site support, and occasional international travel. Relocation assistance is available for this position.

If you are an early-career engineer looking for broad, hands-on experience, this role offers the opportunity to work across design, equipment installation, startup, and manufacturing support on systems that are critical to Corning’s operations. You will join a team with a strong track record of mentoring entry-level engineers, providing structured training, and giving new talent meaningful project responsibility early in their careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to engineering project teams responsible for delivering robust, cost-effective mechanical systems for Corning manufacturing plants and processes
• Support the design, debug, installation, and startup of mechanical and thermal-related systems
• Work with project team members to solve mechanical engineering and equipment-related problems and support project execution
• Assist with prototype, proof-of-concept, and other testing used to validate design approaches and system performance
• Partner with external engineering firms, equipment vendors, system integrators, and suppliers to deliver assigned project scope on time and within expectations
• Support the development of fabrication and installation drawings and help ensure final drawing packages meet Corning standards and reflect as-built conditions
• Participate in system integration, field support, startup activities, and training of plant personnel during key project phases

Minimum Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering may also be considered
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience, including professional experience, internship experience, or co-op experience in a manufacturing, industrial, mechanical systems, process equipment, or project engineering environment
• Academic, internship, co-op, or professional experience involving mechanical design, thermal systems, heat transfer, fluid systems, or related process equipment
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, matrixed project environment

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

• Experience with 2D/3D CAD or modeling tools, including SolidWorks
• Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, startup, or field-based project work
• Exposure to prototype development, proof-of-concept testing, or design validation
• Interest in hands‑on engineering work within a manufacturing environment

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $69,279.00 - $95,259.00 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] .