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Engineer, Industrial

Corning · Painted Post, NY

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Base pay
$69k–$95k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
1+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at Corning (industrial) in Painted Post, NY.

They ask for
1+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Value stream mapping, Time studies
Base pay
$69k–$95k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Industrial Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $69k–$95k. This one lists $69k–$95k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 7 industrial engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

New York plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 385 other live industrial postings in the US.

Base pay
About 22% below similar roles

Typical $85k–$125k, from 78 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (1+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 53%
  • ✓ Time studies 36%
  • Six Sigma 33%
  • New product launch 28%
  • Root cause 24%
  • AutoCAD 23%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Python, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 1+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

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  3. 3

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    • Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

This plant: Corning in Painted Post

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Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Apply Lean and Industrial Engineering principles to improve product and information flow, reduce inventory, increase capacity, reduce complexity, and reduce cost
  • ◆Implement Lean fundamentals such as workplace organization/5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, standard work, and continuous flow
  • ◆Lead and/or support project teams focused on process and flow improvements to reduce cost, increase capacity, and improve operational efficiency
  • ◆Identify manufacturing-related productivity improvement opportunities across processes and locations
  • ◆Develop and execute project plans, including requirements, deliverables, resources, timelines, milestones, and risk identification
  • ◆Maintain knowledge of current Industrial Engineering methods, tools, and technologies and evaluate their applicability to Corning
  • ◆Develop and apply systems, tools, and technologies through successful project execution
  • ◆Communicate ideas, recommendations, and project status clearly through written documentation, visual media, and presentations
  • ◆Coordinate project team activities and provide facilitation and leadership as needed
  • ◆Ensure accuracy and quality of work through a proactive and detail-oriented approach
  • ◆Serve as a technical resource and coach for peers and internal customers as needed
  • ◆Work effectively across a variety of manufacturing processes, business functions, and site locations to deliver results

Experiences/Education - Required

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or another engineering or technical discipline
  • ✓Minimum of 1 year of related experience; internship and co-op experience applicable
  • ✓Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Theory of Constraints concepts and principles
  • ✓Knowledge of cycle time reduction, cost analysis, cost modeling, manufacturing and business processes, value stream mapping, line balancing/staffing, and work cell design
  • ✓Strong oral and written communication skills
  • ✓Self-motivated, flexible, and quick learner with strong interest in Industrial Engineering
  • ✓Knowledge and application of Excel and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
  • ✓Knowledge of discrete event simulation tools such as SIMUL8, FlexSim, or similar
  • ✓Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and related tools

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • ✓Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
  • ✓Knowledge of Python programming
  • ✓Experience with data preparation and visualization
  • ✓Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or commercial analytics

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $68,958.00 - $94,817.00 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.

  • ✓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.
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Requisition Number: 77840

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Role Purpose

The Industrial Engineer supports manufacturing operations by applying Lean and Industrial Engineering principles to improve product and information flow, reduce inventory, increase capacity, reduce complexity, and lower cost. This role partners across locations and functions to identify productivity opportunities, lead improvement projects, implement process optimization tools, and support manufacturing performance through data analysis, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration.

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