Furcation Development Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design and develop new process methods and technologies for multifiber cable breakout point and demarcation points
• Create operational ranges for parameters defined because of experimental development.
• Support project teams and the definition of project deliverables and timelines.
• Work with internal and external subject matter experts to identify key processing technologies and determine feasibility.
• Engage global manufacturing plants to capture manufacturability of proposed solutions and support initial implementation of new process technologies.
• Collaborate with internal and external equipment and tool designers to establish functional requirements.
• Solve problems and improve processes based on fundamental understanding.
• Capture innovative ideas for patent submission.
• Ensure that requirements are properly developed and documented in conjunction with appropriate manufacturing, development, and commercial personnel.
• Work with manufacturing engineering to develop and implement process documentation for each project.
• Review and interpret data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long term corrective actions, follow-up experiments, etc.
• Define experimental plans, measurement methods, and mechanical setups for evaluation of key learning objectives.
• Conduct experimental plans by setting up equipment (such as various types of measurement systems and mechanical apparatus), perform experimentation, data collection & analysis, and providing test reports.
• Maintain and improve a safe work environment. Experiences/Education - Required
• Demonstrated problem solving techniques.
• Demonstrated, applied mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to clearly express technical ideas.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external customers and within multi-national groups
• Ability to work in technical project teams in a team member role.
• Desire to learn and develop personal and organizational knowledge.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint) Travel Requirements:
• 25% on average depending on the project requirements. Includes international travel. Required Education:
• BS in Mechanical Engineering Soft Skills:
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Personal initiative and commitment
• Organized with good planning and time management skills
• Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups; team building skills
• Positive attitude, flexible and good work ethic Experiences/Education - Desired
• Design products or manufacturing processes using CAD (PTC Creo)
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics
• Familiar with fiber optic theory.
• Project management experience and demonstrated application of project management tools.
• Proactively collaborates throughout an organization and drives technical culture.
• Experience with discrete assembly processing.
• Experience developing automated processes.
• Collaboration with internal and external equipment designers. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $68,243.00 - $93,835.00 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 [email protected] .