Sr Automation Engineer

About the role

This role sits within Corning Optical Connectivity Solutions’ Division Engineering organization supporting global automation projects. This position will serve as a technical lead or mechanical lead on project teams, leading delivery of new automation equipment, process optimization, or cost reduction in support of the Division’s automation strategy.

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 equipment to Corning’s plants on-time, on-budget, and that satisfy performance measures
• Actively participate / direct 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
• The individual must be capable of executing project assignments as well as managing projects, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
• Ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of mechanical design, automation integration or capital asset development and deployment experience
• Able to travel domestically and globally (Mexico and Poland at a minimum)
• Valid passport
• High level of technical curiosity that will enable unique solutions to the technical challenges incumbent in the position
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical design practices, equipment fabrication and assembly, and troubleshooting mechanical systems
• Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof of principle testing to validate design approach. 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 describe systems requirements

Skills

• Design and/or Manufacturing experience
• Automation integration experience
• Advanced CAD design experience (SolidWorks, Creo)
• Prior experience moving a new product or process from development into manufacturing
• Excellent technical communication skills
• 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
• Experience with productivity/planning tools and ability to quickly learn and use them – MindManager, Visio, Minitab (graphical and statistical analysis), CAD data management (PTC Windchill, SolidWorks Vault)

Benefits

The range for this position is $95,997.00 - $131,996.00 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.