Mechanical Engineer III

Job title: Mechanical Engineer III

Location: Onsite at Charlotte Headquarters, travel to Hickory and Wilmington as needed (up to 50)

Pay Rate: $62/Hr on W2 all incl

Top skills:

BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology

Minimum Experience: 7+ years’ experience with manufacturing equipment design and installation. This position requires an experienced designer, not a CAD Tech.

Scope of Position:

·         The Mechanical Engineer will contribute to the development, design, installation, and integration of advanced mechanical equipment for manufacturing processes.

·         This role involves the design, development, and delivery of mechanical equipment and automation solutions to meet performance and reliability criteria.

·         The candidate will leverage their expertise in mechanical design, motion systems, manufacturing assembly techniques, and system integration to drive innovation and continuous improvement, while ensuring safety and industry standards compliance.

·         Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders are essential for success in this role.

·         Ideal Candidate Profile

·         The ideal candidate is a hands-on mechanical engineer with experience designing, installing, and supporting mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment. They are comfortable working in the field during equipment build, start-up, and commissioning, and can collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, contractors, vendors, and plant stakeholders. This person is organized, self-directed, and able to balance technical problem-solving with practical execution to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

·         Develop and design mechanical components, fixtures, and systems ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards

·         Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD/Inventor) for detailed design work

·         Provide hands-on technical input and troubleshooting support during mechanical equipment installation, start-up, and commissioning

·         Support start-up, qualification, and performance verification of mechanical equipment

·         Verify mechanical equipment build, assembly, and layout against drawings and design intent

·         Coordinate installation plans for mechanical equipment with safety teams, plant receivers, and other stakeholders

·         Work with Corning engineers, vendors, and contractors to resolve mechanical equipment installation, build, and performance issues

·         Ensure safe work practices

·         Update mechanical drawings, equipment documentation, and installation records to reflect field changes and final configurations

Requirements:

·         Experience with mechanical equipment design, installation, start-up, commissioning, and debug in a high-volume manufacturing environment

·         Experience implementing mechanical equipment design solutions in a production/manufacturing environment

·         Skilled in mechanical design tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor for equipment layouts, assemblies, and design updates

·         Knowledge of machine guarding and safety practices and standards (OSHA, etc.)

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, operations, vendors, and contractors

·         Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

·         Self-directed with sound judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

·         Familiarity with adjacent engineering disciplines, including electrical, civil, controls, process, and facilities, to support mechanical equipment integration

Travel Requirements: Travel is expected to support projects at Corning sites in Wilmington and Hickory, NC areas.