Field Engineer

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• Master optical test and splice equipment and procedures required to perform work you're leading.
• Travel to customer sites to install, test, and document fiber optic communication systems.
• Perform as a Project Leader with the responsibility for coordinating and executing all facets of a fiber optic network installation.
• Instruct fiber optic training courses at various Corning locations, regional locations, and at customer sites.
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external customers via the Technical Support Line.
• Provide on-site technical assistance and solving problems for various Corning customers at various locations.
• Complete on-site investigations of potential product issues raised by customers.
• Act as the primary means of field remediation to resolve quality issues at customer sites.
• Conduct product evaluations on both Corning and competitor products.
• Actively pursue, obtain and report competitive information to Product Line Management, Manufacturing and Sales/Marketing.
• Provide recommendations to Sales, Manufacturing and Field Engineering to solve quality and/or field related problems.
• Coordinate project and support-related travel and logistical activities and plans as assigned.
• Travel to manufacturing facilities when needed to share technical knowledge of product deficiencies witnessed in the field.
• Provide global technical support of HSDC’s.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 75%.
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Passport.

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:

• Monday – Friday, standard business hours.
• Willingness to work outside of normal scheduled business hours when necessary.

Required Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in a technical field from a recognized college or university.
• Will consider degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or similar subject areas.
• Prefer degree in Engineering degrees in; Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil or similar subject areas.

Desired Experience:

• Technical writing ability, with emphasis on effective presentation of detailed concepts.
• Knowledge of construction and project planning procedures.
• Some related work experience and/or military background in telecommunications.
• Prior supervisory / functional management experience – or – training.
• Fluent Language Skills in Spanish, French or Portuguese (written and spoken) a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to remain in this position for a minimum of two years.
• Must be able to pass a background check, drug screening and driving record check.
• Must not be color blind – distinct color acuity is required in this industry.
• Must be able to work in various indoor and outdoor environments.
• Must be able to lift parcels and equipment weighing up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work from aerial lifts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a primary means of transportation to support local travel.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $64,170.00 - $88,234.00 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.