Mechanical Design Technician

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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. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Scope of Position:

The Mechanical Design Technician position will be responsible for equipment design and documentation as it pertains to new optical fiber capacity projects, cost avoidance initiatives, and replacement of obsolete parts in OFC manufacturing facilities for the Fiber Technology Platforms and Projects department. The primary component of the scope will be to assist the Equipment Projects team in execution of new capital equipment design, documentation and support the OFC engineering departments and manufacturing community with technology synergy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and document current and future manufacturing equipment for global fiber manufacturing.
• Partner with multifunctional teams to define and deliver equipment technology for capital capacity, cost reduction, quality improvement, and standardization projects.

• Support project execution by coordinating equipment packages, design reviews, stakeholder input, and integration of new technology.
• Identify obsolete production parts, evaluate alternatives, and support equipment improvements and replacement plans to reduce downtime.
• Troubleshoot development equipment in lab or manufacturing environment using basic mechanical tools.
• Travel to project and manufacturing sites as needed to assess equipment configurations, capture undocumented changes, and submit redlines through ECR/MCS processes.
• Create and maintain equipment, procedure, and project documentation using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD, Vault, and related documentation systems.
• Collaborate with CAD Drafting, ETQ, engineering, and receiving teams to ensure documentation compliance and support training for deployed equipment and processes.

Location and Work Schedule:

• Location : Wilmington, NC
• Normal Business Hours - 8am to 5pm

Travel Requirements:

• Travel average <25%, mostly within NC, but can include international sites 1-2x/year (India, Poland, China).
• Ability to secure a passport.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in mechanical or industrial technical degree (design/drafting, mechanical, mechatronics, industrial) or relevant project and manufacturing equipment experience.
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in designing and documenting manufacturing equipment.

Required Skills:

• Design with 3D tools like Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Vault experience or any other 3D solid modeling tools.
• Manufacturing Equipment design and development experience.

• Strong verbal and written communication and people skills to interact effectively with team members and stakeholders, including multinational teams.
• Windows Office Suite, specifically using Excel and Word to create and modify documentation.
• Manages multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision, balancing priorities while maintaining follow-through and accountability.
• Apply rigorous logic, data, and experience to solve equipment and process problems beyond the obvious first answer.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Works with a safety-first mindset and protects intellectual property and sensitive information.
• Communicates effectively with internal customers and colleagues, adapts quickly to changing requirements, and anticipates future needs.
• Has the ability to apply hands on skill when needed for debug and troubleshooting of equipment.

Desired Skills:

• Optical Fiber manufacturing experience, specifically Draw and Fibermaking experience – can be in development, engineering, or operations.
• Proficient Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Vault user with more than 2 years of experience.
• Familiarity with pneumatic components/controls.
• Demonstration of project planning, installation & debug of manufacturing equipment.
• Detailing of mechanical parts/assemblies in Inventor and creation of mechanical equipment drawing packages for new platform concepts, cost avoidance projects and draw configurations.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $62,547.00 - $86,003.00 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.

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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] .