Supervisor, Automation Development

Corning, Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses and long-term Incentiv

Company-paid pension

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid parental leave & family support

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning, Inc. is seeking an Automation Development Supervisor to lead a multidisciplinary engineering team from concept to prototype.

The role focuses on delivering safe, reliable, and innovative equipment from benchtop lab systems to fully automated cells at Corning's Optical Communications segment. You will collaborate with business leaders and end users to define equipment needs, set technical strategy, and oversee design, build, and testing of prototypes that integrate mechanical,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 6+ years in design or development environment.
• Experience leading technical teams.
• Mechanical design with 3D CAD experience.
• Working knowledge of industrial controls.
• Ability to produce technical documentation and design diagrams.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SolidWorks, MATLAB and Python is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team from concept to prototype.
• Define equipment needs across benchtop systems, semi-automated stations, and fully automated cells.
• Set technical strategy and guide design, build, and testing of prototypes integrating mechanical, electrical, motion, vision, and software components.
• Advise teams that build and deploy industrialized versions of new technology in manufacturing.
• Model safe work practices, lead design reviews, and document novel designs and IP.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

3D CAD

Industrial controls

Technical documentation

Office software

Programming basics

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

Requisition Number: 79750

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 Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

Help shape the next generation of manufacturing equipment at Corning. As Automation Development Supervisor, you will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team that takes ideas from concept to prototype. Together you'll deliver safe, reliable, and innovative equipment, from benchtop lab systems to fully automated cells.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of mechanical and mechatronics engineers developing prototypes with sound engineering rigor and industrial scalability
• Partner with business leaders and end users to define equipment needs across benchtop systems, semi-automated stations, and fully automated cells
• Set technical strategy, select concepts based on engineering principles, and guide the design, build, and testing of prototypes that integrate mechanical, electrical, motion, vision, and software components
• Advise the teams that build and deploy industrialized versions of new technology in manufacturing
• Model safe work practices, lead design reviews, and document novel designs and intellectual property (IP)

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in a design or development environment
• Experience leading technical teams, including supervisory experience
• Mechanical design and detailing experience using 3D CAD
• Working knowledge of industrial controls
• Experience producing technical documentation and design diagrams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline
• Experience with SolidWorks
• Training or experience in object-oriented programming, such as C++, C#, Java, or Rust
• Experience with machine vision, motion control, or vision-guided motion
• Electrical or electronics design experience
• Basic optics knowledge (e.g., photography or laser systems)
• Experience with MATLAB and Python

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $124,996.00 - $171,870.00 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].