Project Manager - Manufacturing Process Equipment and Automation

Corning Inc.; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses and incentives

401(k) matching and retirement plan

Comprehensive health and wellness bene

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Corning, NY is seeking a Project Manager for Manufacturing Process Equipment and Automation. This role leads capital projects from concept through commissioning, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality, EHS, facilities, and suppliers.

Frequent travel is required and a PM certification is preferred. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in manufacturing equipment and automation, with at least 7+ years of project leadership in industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field.
• 7+ years leading engineering or capital projects in manufacturing.
• Experience managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, suppliers and contractors.
• Experience from design through commissioning and handoff.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process equipment and automation projects from concept through closeout.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams across engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality, EHS, facilities, contractors and external suppliers.
• Manage equipment procurement, supplier engagement, and contractor performance with installation, commissioning and handoff support.
• Monitor project performance, resolve risks and issues, and ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and provide financial forecasts and status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Automation

Industrial equipment

Risk management

Cross-functional teams

Travel 50-75%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Project Manager - Manufacturing Process Equipment and Automation

Date: Oct 21, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

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

Role Purpose

TheProject Manager - Manufacturing Process Equipment and Automation leads manufacturing process equipment and automation projects across multiple Corning businesses, managing the full project lifecycle from concept development through commissioning and operational closeout. This role partners with cross-functional teams — including engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), facilities, contractors, and external suppliers — to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing complex capital projects in manufacturing or industrial environments and thrives in a role requiring technical leadership, cross-functional influence, and significant travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process equipment and automation projects from concept through closeout, managing scope, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk


• Coordinate cross-functional project teams across engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality, EHS, facilities, contractors, and external suppliers


• Manage equipment procurement, supplier engagement, and contractor performance; support installation, commissioning, qualification, and operational handoff


• Monitor project performance, resolve risks and issues, and ensure compliance with applicable safety, engineering, quality, and regulatory requirements


• Identify process improvement opportunities through automation and equipment enhancements; maintain project documentation and provide financial forecasts and status updates to stakeholders

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.


• 7+ years of experience leading engineering, manufacturing process equipment, automation, or capital projects in a manufacturing, industrial environment or technology-driven environment.


• Experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, suppliers, contractors, and stakeholder communications.


• Demonstrated experience supporting projects through design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and operational handoff.


• Demonstrated ability to lead complex manufacturing process equipment or automation projects.


• Strong project planning, execution, tracking, and reporting capabilities.


• Ability to develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resource plans, risks, and changes.


• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.


• Experience managing equipment suppliers, contractors, and external technical resources


• Understanding of manufacturing equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and acceptance processes.


• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.


• 50 -75% Travel required depending on the project. And may vary through project phases. Most travel will be domestic with some potential travel to international vendors or suppliers.


• Project Management Professional certification or equivalent project management training.


• Experience managing capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning and closeout.


• Experience with industrial automation systems, material handling equipment, robotics, integrated work cells


• Experience integrating mechanical, in automated manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of mechanical system design, implementation, integration, and troubleshooting.


• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites, business divisions, or technology organizations.


• Experience with equipment design reviews, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, qualification, and operational handoff.


• Familiarity with continuous improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.


• Experience with project financial management, forecasting, procurement, and contract administration.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $116,625.00-$160,360.00 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 ofrace, 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] .