Mechanical Engineer at Corning Incorporated in Corning, NY

Summary: Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Corning, NY. This role offers the opportunity for early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience across design, equipment installation, startup, and manufacturing support on critical systems.

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

Required Qualifications:
- 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:
- 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

Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical design, Thermal systems, Heat transfer, Fluid systems, Process equipment, Project engineering, SolidWorks, Equipment installation, Commissioning, Prototype development, Proof-of-concept testing, Design validation, Manufacturing environment

Benefits: Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career, Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid parental leave, Family building support, Fitness, Company-paid life insurance, Disability, Disease management programs, Paid time off, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family, Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions, Relocation assistance is available for this position