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Engineering Solutions Manager

Date: Aug 24, 2026

Location: Keller, TX, US, 76248 McAllen, TX, US, 78501 Austin, TX, US, 78726 Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 77028

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us. 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.

Purpose: Coordinate global programs to execute the OCS Division strategy to drive engineering solutions, proactive (preventive) quality and standard processes throughout the value stream and product life cycle specific to customer needs. Focus will be on highly strategic customers for the business. Being able to deliver to the needs and ensuring they deliver on their programs is essential to protect customer trust and future revenue. This person will develop and execute systems and processes based on manufacturing and engineering capabilities to promote prevention and risk reduction. This requires project and workstream leadership in multiple areas throughout the fulfillment stream to accomplish long term improvements. The fulfillment stream includes both insourced & outsourced (contract manufactured) products.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate product engineering group for specific product lines through supervisor and ensure strategic intentions are met
• Clarify, understand, and document customer requirements, product specifications, industry requirements, and product applications
• Drive technically rigorous root cause analysis for product integrity issues
• Quickly and effectively respond to customer and commercial requests for rapid product changes

Travel: Up to 25%

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, controls engineering, or materials science
• 7+ years of experience in progressively responsible roles in technology, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and/or quality, with demonstrated experience in project management of significant scope in complexity, investment, and impact
• Certified DMAIC Green Belt
• 4+ years of experience in lean methodologies (value stream mapping, process mapping, kaizen events, and error-proofing); PQA methodologies; and in new product introductions including change management

Desired:

• Certified DMAIC Black Belt
• Experience as product/project champion managing cross-functional teams (e.g. technology, manufacturing, division engineering, PLM, customer experience, freight forwarder, etc.), and transactional (e.g. DESGN, MEE) problem solving
• Knowledge of ERP/QMS platforms (SAP, ETQ, SharePoint, Windchill)
• Experience with coordinating globally distributed cross-cultural teams

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $111,819.00 - $153,752.00 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 accommodations@corning.com.