Sr. Project Leader

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Until 9/29/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

Ready to lead breakthrough technologies from concept to reality?

 

Join Corning and play a key role in transforming customer ideas into successful manufacturing solutions while collaborating with global teams and industry experts.

 

What is your role?

As a Senior Project Leader, you will lead cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative optical connectivity solutions from customer concept through product launch and manufacturing implementation. You will oversee project execution, manage technical and business risks, align stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality expectations.

 

What will you do?

  • Lead complex new product development projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, commercial teams, and customers to ensure successful project execution and alignment with business objectives.
  • Facilitate technical decision-making, identify project risks, and implement mitigation strategies to support on-time delivery and product success.
  • Communicate project status and key milestones to stakeholders while driving accountability and collaboration across global teams.

 

What do you need to have?

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 5+ years of experience leading Product Development or New Product Introduction (NPI/NPD) projects.
  • Strong project management experience including scope, budget, schedule, resource planning, and risk management.  
  • Previous experience working withing a manufacturing environment.
  • Advanced English communication skills.

 

What we offer?

  • Great benefits above law
  • Growing environment that supports learning
  • Equal opportunity employee

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 accommodation 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 accommodations related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected]

About this role

Summary

Lead cross-functional teams in developing optical connectivity solutions from concept to manufacturing.

Job title

Sr. Project Leader

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Remote work possible; location unspecified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementscopebudgetschedulerisk managementmanufacturingcommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

product developmentnew product introductionmanufacturing
Locations

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