Project Engineer

Requisition Number: 79133   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.

With general guidelines and/or under supervision, is able to propose, plan, coordinate, and control small projects involving technical systems or under supervision, participate in larger more complex projects. Can provide technical and non-technical guidance (oversight) to ensure the systems are technically and economically successful. Assists in development of solutions and resolving complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity

Provide project leadership for projects, relocations, modifications, alterations, or manufacturing processes Establish requirements with customer(s) Establish project plans (scope, schedule, cost estimates, project acceptance criteria, etc.) for assigned area of responsibility Establish sub-team working with Operating Division, plant and management. Leads sub team to needed results. Act as effective team member on larger, broader teams. Establish receivership requirements for project Demonstrate leadership role from a technical perspective. Perform as a technical / functional expert in their own discipline. Broaden exposure to other engineering disciplines Actively participate in project meetings and document key issues, action items and decisions Effectively participate in all phases of project methodologies to include appropriate initiation, planning, implementation and control, and close-out elements Provide periodic project updates to project manager and functional management Actively coach other engineers in order to share expertise. Seek coaching as it relates to customer processes. Share expertise and knowledge to foster continuous improvement of the organization (project team or functional unit) Be an advocate and role model for safety within their area of responsibility Participate in a project critique at completion and share key learnings with others unassociated with the project Provide recognition or recommendations for recognition to sub-team members Direct responsibility to project manager for project results Participate in a limited range of projects which may have significant financial and/or strategic impact on the corporation Practice adaptive work style to effectively participate on projects in a global operating arena. Leverage experience working with many different cultures

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