Mechanical Engineer: Field Installations & Projects

Corning Incorporated; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

401(k) matching

Pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide hands‑on engineering support for equipment construction, installation, debugging, and startup at domestic and international sites. You will oversee internal teams and contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2–7 years in manufacturing, strong hands‑on skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Inventor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 2–7 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Hands‑on work with mechanical tools and measurement equipment.
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and safety commitment.
• Familiar with mechanical systems, piping/P&IDs, drive trains, and actuators; able to interpret requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project plans prioritizing safety, quality, and IP protection.
• Improve mechanical installation practices to boost efficiency and shorten timelines.
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and guide technicians.
• Train personnel on installation methods and equipment modifications.
• Ensure materials, procurement, tracking, expediting, and documentation support project execution.

Skills

Teamwork

Hands-on

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Corning Incorporated in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide hands‑on engineering support for equipment construction, installation, debugging, and startup at domestic and international sites. You will oversee internal teams and contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2–7 years in manufacturing, strong hands‑on skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Inventor.