Engineering Project Leader

Experiences / Education - Required

• B.S. in a technical field (Engineering or Physical Sciences).
• Experience in optics and any advanced degree (MBA, Masters) a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience with Project Management / Leadership in leading internal or external teams
• 3 years or more of experience leading projects implemented in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lead cross functional teams (engineering, technical, operations) in planning and execution of projects, risk management, problem solving and execution of strategy
• Experience communicating project updates across multiple organizational levels
• Ability to develop strong relationships with manufacturing, technology and Product Line Management Stakeholders
• Able to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment, with a bias toward action.
• Experience with a New Product and Process Development Process
• Experience creating project plans, launching new projects effectively and managing budgets and timelines

Experiences / Education - Desired

• Proven technical aptitude with ability to discern solution approaches by asking the right questions of the team
• Experience leading Automation or Equipment-focused Projects
• Experience leading cost reduction initiatives and ensuring project monitors and meets cost targets
• Experience with Cost Modeling and business case validation
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial approach toward creating new engineering solutions
• Passion for project management and creative problem solving
• Organized attention to detail, self-starter, and motivated
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project).
• Ability to motivate team members, maintain a positive work environment and deliver on time

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $97,542.00 - $134,121.00 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.