Implementation Engineer, Hyperscale and Enterprise Data Centers (m/f/d)

Requisition Number: 72456

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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.

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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.

At Corning, we don’t just make materials—we shape the future. For over 160 years, we’ve been at the forefront of innovation in glass, ceramics, and optical physics. Our breakthroughs have powered new industries and transformed everyday life. Today, our Optical Communications segment is evolving fast—from fiber and cable manufacturing to delivering cutting-edge optical solutions that keep the world connected.

We’re looking for a driven, detail-obsessed Implementation Engineer to join our high-energy team supporting Hyperscale and Enterprise Data Centers. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, love collaborating with customers, and are passionate about precision and performance, this role is for you.

🌟 Purpose of the Role

As an Implementation Engineer, you’ll be the go-to technical expert for our Data Center customers and internal strategic account teams. You’ll build strong local relationships, guide design and installation decisions, and champion the adoption of Corning’s latest innovations. Your work will directly impact how the world’s most advanced data centers operate.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

• Build trusted relationships with local data center customers, consultants, and integrators—be their first call when they need expert advice.
• Act as a technical advisor and solution architect, tailoring Corning innovations to meet real-world customer needs across diverse data center environments.
• Forecast customer readiness and deployment timelines for new technologies—stay one step ahead.
• Partner with installers to ensure every project is set up for success: right tools, right skills, right people.
• Be the first responder for any field quality issues—coordinate internal teams and ensure fast, effective resolution.
• Stay sharp on market trends, customer architectures, and Corning’s latest innovations to guide customers toward the best-fit solutions.
• Apply your deep knowledge of TIA, IEC, and regional standards to craft winning technical responses for RFI/RFQ opportunities.
• Create and validate Bills of Material for customer projects—accuracy is everything.
• Share insights from site visits with internal teams to drive smarter sales and product strategies.
• Lead field trials and define what success looks like—then help make it happen.
• Coordinate with Engineering Services to align resources and timelines for on-site support of strategic accounts.
• Jump into special projects that support our global sales efforts—your expertise will make a difference.
• Be the technical bridge between Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Engineering, and Customer Experience—ensuring our customers and contractors are always in the loop.

✈️ Travel

• Up to 50% international travel across Middle East —bring your passport and your curiosity.

🎓 What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a technical field, or science.
• 2+ years of experience in sales, project management, or data center design.
• Hands-on experience as a Field Engineer, Systems Engineer, Applications Engineer, or installation project lead.

💡 Skills That Set You Apart

• A passion for solving customer problems and a knack for building lasting relationships.
• Strong technical and analytical chops—you love digging into the details.
• Commercial savvy and business acumen—you understand how tech drives value.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Project, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint).
• Stellar time management and organizational skills—you keep projects on track and stakeholders informed.
• A self-starter mindset with a drive to deliver results in a fast-paced, global environment.