Job Description

Requisition Number: 66480

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Position Purpose

Design, construction, and implementation of custom optical diagnostic systems for investigative work through the Imaging and Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (IFD) for process improvement and technology development. This role supports all Corning business divisions and all stages of product innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical, mechanical, physics, or equivalent discipline/experience with an emphasis on automation
• Prior work in a laboratory and/or experimental settings (I.e. production line)
• Proven success in designing, building, and integrating mechanical, electrical, and optical components for custom automated systems
• Working knowledge of LabView software for automation
• Ability to integrate sensor/detection devices into new/existing systems and output data from sensory devices via Data Acquisition modules
• Ability to select controls and automation hardware
• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs

Desired

• Exposure or experience with optical equipment (e.g., cameras, lenses, and light sources)
• Exposure or experience with C++, Matlab, or comparable language for data / image analysis
• Working knowledge of assembling laboratory scale gas or liquid flow systems
• Learns quickly and independently
• Ability to build relationships across functional groups

Responsibilities

• Deploy custom imaging/optical diagnostic systems integrated with secondary sensor systems, motion equipment, and various flow controls systems
• Design and deploy custom triggering/synchronization solutions for custom designed optical systems, including integration with other laboratory or production systems
• Maintain and customize operation of existing optical diagnostic capabilities
• Execute specific optical measurements and associated data analysis
• Conduct hands on work in a laboratory, engineering, or manufacturing environment and maintain laboratory, process equipment, and laboratory materials
• Communicate project status and updates, including documentation
• Record and perform preliminary analysis of process data

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $82,203.00 - $113,030.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 

 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .

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