Corning Incorporated · 18 hours ago
Automation Engineer
Hickory, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$81K/yr - $112K/yr
0+ years expCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking an Automation Engineer to provide engineering support on global automation projects, focusing on the delivery of new automation equipment and process optimization.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide mechanical design expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions, continuous improvements, cost reductions, maintenance, and productivity improvements
Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to Corning’s plants on-time, on-budget, and that satisfy performance measures
Actively participate in all phases of the project including initiation, design/development, equipment build, factory acceptance, production start-up support, training of plant personnel and technology transfer
Ensure design packages are complete and documented properly and conform to Corning standards
Prepare technical specifications for automation equipment development in accordance with automation PRIME, GPM playbook for automation deployment
Work with project teams to solve automation problems, resolve project related issues, and develop fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
Ideal candidate will possess 0-4 years of mechanical design, automation integration or manufacturing experience
Able to travel domestically and globally (Mexico and Poland at a minimum)
Interest and ability to learn, develop, and advance technical skills in mechanical design, process equipment development, and system integration
Understanding of mechanical design practices, equipment fabrication and assembly, and troubleshooting mechanical systems
Ability to develop experimental plans focused on testing equipment, prototypes, and troubleshoot mechanical issues
Use CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) and animation tools to visualize concepts, describe processes, and systems requirements
Ability to perform independent design reviews and lead mechanical design reviews
Able to effectively communicate technical ideas and concepts to a wide range of technical and non-technical audience within the organization and across organizational lines
Highly motivated, results oriented, and customer focused
Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team
Project Management Skills
Preferred
Equipment Design and/or Manufacturing experience
CAD design experience (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)
Excellent technical communication skills
Experience with writing technical reports
Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Ability to understand, leverage and drive accountability to established standards
Ability to quickly adapt to work process changes, new software/tools, and evolving workflows while maintaining productivity, quality, and clear communication
Exposure to productivity tools and ability to quickly learn and use them – MindManager, Visio, Minitab (graphical and statistical analysis), CAD data management (PTC Windchill, SolidWorks Vault)
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
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.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gabrielle Bailey
CEO & Executive Communications
Steve Warneke
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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