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Corning Inc. lists this Senior Applications Engineer, Solar Technology opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Applications Engineer, Solar Technology
Date: May 22, 2026
Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85353
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 74549
Role Purpose
The Application Engineering Manager will act as a technical liaison between AMPS and its solar module customers, providing expert-level support, designing solutions, and ensuring the successful implementation of our products and services. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support: Provide technical expertise and guidance to customers, answering inquiries, solving technical challenges, and ensuring optimal use of company products.
Customer Collaboration: Work closely with solar customers to understand their requirements, challenges, and goals, and translate them into tailored solutions using company products and technologies.
Product Demonstrations: Conduct product demonstrations, training sessions, and technical presentations to showcase product capabilities and benefits.
Solution Design: Develop and propose application designs, configurations, or custom solutions that meet the specific needs of customers.
Testing and Validation: Assist in product testing, troubleshooting, and validation to ensure compatibility and performance in customer applications.
Project Management: Collaborate with internal teams—such as engineering, R&D, and sales—to manage customer projects and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
Documentation: Prepare module technical documentation, manuals, solution briefs, and reports for internal and external use.
Market Insights: Gather customer feedback and insights to help improve products, identify new application opportunities, and support product development initiatives.
Experiences & Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy) or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in application engineering, technical support, or a similar role, preferably in the solar energy or renewable energy industry.
Required Skills
Strong technical knowledge of solar modules, photovoltaic systems, and energy storage solutions.
Experience with solar simulation tools, system design software, or relevant engineering platforms
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of solar energy technologies and applications.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.
Desired Skills and Experiences
>5 years’ experience working in the solar energy industry, particularly with solar modules or photovoltaic systems.
Familiarity with solar module manufacturing processes, performance testing, and quality standards.
Knowledge of U.S. energy regulations and compliance requirements for solar technologies.
Certifications in solar energy technologies or project management (e.g., NABCEP, PMP).
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $115,084.00-$158,241.00 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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
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.
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.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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