Senior Development Scientist

Requisition Number: 71815

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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.

Job Purpose
Contribute to the understanding of customer requirements and translate them into innovative product designs for high-density fiber optic cable assemblies. These designs will include subgroups with manageable fiber counts tailored to customer needs. The engineer will apply knowledge in mechanical engineering, physics, optics, or related fields to ensure robust and cutting-edge solutions.

Key Challenges

• Meet demanding technical specifications within tight timelines.
• Adapt quickly to evolving customer requirements.
• Innovate processes to reduce costs and enhance performance.
• Ensure product reliability and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize assembly processes for both low and high-density fiber optic products.
• Collaborate directly with design, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Validate materials and methods to meet international industry standards.
• Support pilot testing and production scale-up activities.

Required Education / Skills

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Applied Physics, or Optics.
• 3+ years in process development and product design.
• Industry Background: Telecommunications, connectivity, advanced manufacturing.
• Experience in new product introduction within telecommunications, applied optics, or similar industries.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and tolerance analysis.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Ability to solve complex problems independently.

Preferred

• Experience with optical products and connectivity solutions.
• Certifications in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.
• Familiarity with simulation software (e.g., COMSOL).
• Leadership and resilience in dynamic environments.

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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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.
• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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.

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