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Corning Incorporated

Senior Fiber Network Design Engineer (FTTx & PON)

charlotte, NC

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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.

Requisition Number: 77418

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.

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.

Scope of Role

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Senior Carrier Networks Systems Engineer to join our Optical Communications team in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will partner with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Care to design fiber optic network solutions for large telecom carriers — supporting pre- and post-sales engagements across Fiber-to-the-x (FTTx) architectures, including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH), Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs), and Fiber-to-the-Business (FTTB) networks.

Key Responsibilities

Lead passive optical network (PON) design and bill of materials (BOM) development for large-scale FTTx access network deployments

Partner with sales and commercial teams on customer engagements to deliver technical presentations, training, and pre- and post-sales support

Develop optimized network design solutions using Corning's fiber optic product portfolio, applying engineering methods and cost modeling strategies

Lead design teams of systems engineers and technicians on complex, large-scale projects from scoping through delivery

Author design practices, technical documentation, and customer deliverables that translate engineering requirements into clear, commercially sound solutions

Location, Work Hours and Travel requirements

Based in Charlotte, NC

40hours/Week

Travel required to support customer engagements

Experiences/Education - Required

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

Full professional proficiency in English, written and verbal

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Fiber optic design experience

Experiences/Education - Desired

8–10 years of experience in the telecommunications industry

Experience with outside plant fiber optic design

Knowledge of optical fiber theory and passive optical network (PON) products including FTTx, local area network (LAN), and data center applications

Field experience with fiber optic products and processes including cable handling, fiber splicing, connectorization, and testing

Experience with computer-aided drafting (CAD) tools and GIS software programs

Background in a commercial organization (Sales, Marketing, or equivalent)

Product development or manufacturing experience

Other Skills/Comptencies

Synthesizes technical and commercial inputs from multiple sources to develop focused, defensible engineering positions

Presents technical solutions clearly to diverse audiences — from field technicians to executive leadership

Manages multiple concurrent design engagements and delivers against project deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Formulates solutions using both core and newly released product lines, including products modified to meet custom specifications

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $98,588.00 - $135,559.00 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, 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.

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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charlotte, NC, 28245, US

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