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Corning Inc.

Senior Development Scientist

Corning Inc., Keller, Texas, United States, 76244


Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.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.Purpose of Position:Responsible for the generation and release of successful engineering designs of enclosures for outdoor and indoor optical networks. Duties include following a product release process to: develop concepts and detailed designs, deliver proofs of concept, conduct experiments, evaluate prototypes, define test plans, create design engineering documents, and define product and process specifications.Responsibilities:Conceptualize mechanical design solutions for new development and improvement projects, keeping both performance and cost targets in mind.Create mechanical designs of plastic injection molded and sheet metal components to meet a set of functional requirements.Provide high-level and detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings suitable for:Concept presentation to customers.Analytical evaluation (modeling).Patent applications.Technical reports or publications.Cost or manufacturability analysis.Research externally published fundamentals, new designs (competitor products and patents), and manufacturing processes.Lead the projects from a technical standpoint – representing the design engineering perspective.For low to moderate complexity projects, act as project manager in defining project plan, budget, schedule, team, and completing reviews and documentation from kick-off to product release.Follow a prescribed product development process with adaptation to the project’s specific needs.Mentor junior engineers in best practices of engineering and product development.Collaborate with project team members from multiple technical disciplines located in various domestic and global locations.Work remotely with Manufacturing personnel to release new products at full-scale production.Provide documentation to communicate findings in technical reports, protect intellectual property, and support customer presentations.Education & Experience:Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Major in Mechanical preferred.6-15 years of Industry Related Experience (Product, Design, New Product Introduction).Product Development and/or NPI experience required.Experience designing injection molded and/or sheet metal parts highly desirable.Demonstrated ability to understand and solve challenging technical problems.Ability to influence and inspire remote manufacturing personnel to meet project goals.Strong verbal and written English communication skills.Proficient in CAD software – Creo, SolidWorks, NX (Creo preferred).Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint).This position does not support immigration sponsorship.The range for this position is $89,762.00 - $123,424.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors.Corning Puts YOU First!Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values.Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.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.

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