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Equipment Engineer

Corning · Canton, NY

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Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Base pay
$96k–$132k
Degree
Required
Industry
Industrial
Posted
16 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Corning (industrial) in Canton, NY. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, DMAIC, Robotics, Automation, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
Base pay
$96k–$132k

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

Manufacturing Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $86k–$125k. This one lists $96k–$132k.

Median of the low and high ends of 47 live postings that list pay, out of 85 manufacturing engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 84 other live manufacturing postings in New York.

Base pay
About 8% above similar roles

Typical $86k–$125k, from 45 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Tooling 45%
  • ✓ Root cause 39%
  • Lean 34%
  • ✓ Automation 33%
  • Team leadership 25%
  • Cost reduction 22%

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

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

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This plant: Corning in Canton

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Full description from CorningAs posted on their careers site.Show

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Collaborate with operators, union trades, safety personnel, and engineering teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • ◆Lead engineering and equipment-development projects through design, installation, commissioning, testing, and optimization.
  • ◆Manage small- to medium-scale capital projects, typically ranging from approximately $20K to $2M.
  • ◆Support new product and process launches, raw-material changes, equipment modifications, and automation initiatives.
  • ◆Develop and review technical documentation, including equipment layouts, SOPs, mechanical schematics, and project plans.
  • ◆Provide technical recommendations to leadership and help prioritize projects based on operational impact.
  • ◆Partner with division and corporate engineering and technology resources to improve project effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Robotics, or a related engineering discipline.
  • ✓Minimum of five years of engineering experience in a manufacturing, project-execution, or production environment.
  • ✓Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving skills.
  • ✓Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and managing project scope, schedules, and execution.
  • ✓Experience with machine automation, equipment integration, and process optimization.
  • ✓Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and develop actionable solutions.
  • ✓Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • ✓Results-oriented with the ability to work extended hours when required.
  • ✓U.S. citizenship required.

Qualifications

  • ✓Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
  • ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Project, and SharePoint.
  • ✓Experience with glass-forming processes and equipment.
  • ✓Experience with glass processing, including grinding, cutting, and milling.
  • ✓Knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies, such as Innovation, KT, or DMAIC.

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This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $95,997.00 - $131,996.00 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.
  • ✓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.

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Requisition Number: 79084

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.

The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices.

Role Purpose

Provide engineering support for plant production and facility equipment to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance quality, and advance machine-automation initiatives. The role leads equipment-related projects from concept through installation, testing, and optimization while supporting safe, reliable manufacturing operations.

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