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Precision Design Engineer

Corning
Hickory, USA
Junior · 2+ years experience
Onsite
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Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design and development of precision machine systems, tooling, fixturing, and mechanical components for research, development, and manufacturing applications. Translate defined product and process needs into mechanical requirements, design concepts, layouts, models, and drawings with guidance from experienced engineers. Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed drawings, bills of material, and supporting design documentation in accordance with established standards. Perform basic engineering calculations and tolerance analyses involving fits, stack-ups, loads, deflection, stiffness, thermal effects, motion, and component sizing. Select and specify standard mechanical components such as bearings, linear guides, ball screws, motors, couplings, sensors, fasteners, and structural elements with appropriate technical review. Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback related to safety, manufacturability, assembly, cost, reliability, maintainability, and machine performance. Develop and test proof-of-concept prototypes using internal laboratory, machine-shop, and measurement resources. Coordinate with suppliers and internal trades personnel to obtain parts, resolve fabrication questions, and support assembly and installation activities. Assist with machine setup, debugging, qualification, and implementation in manufacturing or laboratory environments. Execute defined test plans, collect and organize data, compare results with requirements, and document findings. Participate in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of mechanical and system-level issues, escalating complex concerns when appropriate. Communicate progress, risks, and technical results clearly to project team members and maintain accurate engineering records.

Required Skills

  • Foundational experience designing mechanical components, fixtures, tooling, or equipment through academic, internship, co-op, research, or professional work. Working knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, materials, machine elements, manufacturing processes, fits, tolerances, and basic measurement principles. Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and apply dimensioning and tolerancing practices. Experience using CAD software; experience with SolidWorks and Vault is preferred. Ability to perform basic engineering calculations, organize technical information, and use data to support design decisions. Ability to learn new tools and technical concepts, seek guidance when needed, and incorporate feedback into design work. Strong problem-solving, organization, teamwork, and time-management skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Desired Skills Internship, co-op, research, senior-design, or professional experience involving machine design, automation equipment, precision mechanisms, tooling, or fixturing. Exposure to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerance stack-ups, design for manufacturability and assembly, or finite element analysis. Exposure to precision measurement tools such as laser trackers, accelerometers, autocollimators, precision levels, indicators, or coordinate measurement systems. Familiarity with motion components, motors, encoders, sensors, instrumentation, data-acquisition systems, or LabVIEW-based measurement setups. Experience supporting prototype builds, laboratory testing, fabrication, machine assembly, or equipment debugging. Ability to work safely and effectively in a hands-on development environment with changing priorities and evolving technical requirements. 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. 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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay. 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. 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] .

Preferred Qualifications

  • Foundational experience designing mechanical components, fixtures, tooling, or equipment through academic, internship, co-op, research, or professional work. Working knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, materials, machine elements, manufacturing processes, fits, tolerances, and basic measurement principles. Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and apply dimensioning and tolerancing practices. Experience using CAD software; experience with SolidWorks and Vault is preferred. Ability to perform basic engineering calculations, organize technical information, and use data to support design decisions. Ability to learn new tools and technical concepts, seek guidance when needed, and incorporate feedback into design work. Strong problem-solving, organization, teamwork, and time-management skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Desired Skills Internship, co-op, research, senior-design, or professional experience involving machine design, automation equipment, precision mechanisms, tooling, or fixturing. Exposure to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerance stack-ups, design for manufacturability and assembly, or finite element analysis. Exposure to precision measurement tools such as laser trackers, accelerometers, autocollimators, precision levels, indicators, or coordinate measurement systems. Familiarity with motion components, motors, encoders, sensors, instrumentation, data-acquisition systems, or LabVIEW-based measurement setups. Experience supporting prototype builds, laboratory testing, fabrication, machine assembly, or equipment debugging. Ability to work safely and effectively in a hands-on development environment with changing priorities and evolving technical requirements. 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. 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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay. 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. 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] .

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