Sr. Product Development Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 101,784 - 139,953; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Pension plan

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking an experienced engineer to design and release telecommunications enclosures for indoor and outdoor optical networks. You will own full lifecycle development, from concept through release, with emphasis on manufacturability and cost.

You will create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, support patent filings, and collaborate with global teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, 6–15 years of related experience, and strong communication skills in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design solutions balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost.

Skills

Engineering design

Leadership

English communication

Multi-project management

DOE experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Electro‑Mechanics / Mechatronics / Optical Engineering (will be considered)

6–15 years of product development / NPI experience

Product development & NPI experience required

Injection‑molded & sheet metal component design experience

DOE experience preferred

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science, driving advances in optics, communications, and more.

Role Purpose

Responsible for the design and release of telecommunications enclosures for indoor and outdoor optical networks. This role spans the full product development lifecycle, including concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing, and product release, along with engineering documentation and specification development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design solutions for new and existing products, balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Demonstrate a strong technical rationale and in-depth engineering evaluation for design proposals
• Design plastic injection-molded and sheet metal components that meet defined functional requirements
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings to support concept presentations, analytical evaluations, patent applications, and cost/manufacturability analysis
• Research technical literature, competitive products, patents, and manufacturing processes to inform design decisions
• Lead design engineering efforts, coordinating CAD, simulation, prototyping, and testing resources
• Manage low to moderate complexity projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables from kickoff through product release
• Tailor the product development process to meet project-specific requirements
• Mentor junior engineers on product development and engineering best practices
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and global teams to translate concepts into manufacturable designs
• Partner with global manufacturing teams to support full‑scale product release
• Prepare technical documentation, support patent filings, and help create customer presentations and demonstrations

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required)
• Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
• Electro‑Mechanics, Mechatronics, or Optical Engineering (will be considered)
• 6–15 years of experience in product development, design engineering, or new product introduction
• Product development and NPI experience required
• Experience designing injection‑molded and sheet metal components
• Design of experiments (DOE) experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems
• Ability to take ownership and lead technical efforts
• Strong understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and their applications in product design

Requires Competencies

• Ability to generate and evaluate design concepts using engineering analysis
• Leadership skills in global, cross‑functional technical teams
• Clear verbal and written English communication skills
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo preferred, SolidWorks/NX acceptable)
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint)

Additional Information

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $101,784.00 – $139,953.00 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• 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].