Sr Optical Metrology Development Engineer

Requisition Number: 74352

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Role Purpose

Bridges the gap between research, engineering/production, and commercial/customers organizations to develop new products, processes, technologies and metrology. Support the transfer of technology from research into manufacturing or engineering. Recognized as an expert in one or more areas of science or technology. Protects Corning’s Intellectual Property as well as looks for opportunities for new IP establishment. Applies fundamental knowledge toward the development and evaluation of new and adjacent product, process, and equipment technologies that create economic benefit for Corning

Location:

This position will be located in Corning, NY until Q2 2026, at which time it will be permanently relocated to Wilmington, NC.

• Candidates local to Corning, NY, must be willing to relocate to Wilmington, NC.
• Candidates local to Wilmington, NC will be required to travel frequently or be temporarily based in Corning, NY until the move in 2026.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and/or facilitate the development of measurement methods and capabilities for the characterization and evaluation of key attributes for existing, new, or modified products or their associated manufacturing processes. Measurement development activities include both optical fiber and optical fiber cable processes and products.
• Serve as the leader and liaison for the development of measurement technology as well as its transfer from research and development functions to receiving activities in optical fiber and cable manufacturing and/or measurement organizations.
• Provide progress reports to key stakeholders and organizational leadership
• Actively engage with key manufacturing and development activities to canvass/identify measurement develop needs that provide enhanced product attributes, cost reductions, or other competitive advantages.
• Work with stakeholders to identify priority activities.
• Provide technical and/or training support relating to inquiries arising from manufacturing or commercial functions. Solutions may be generated through researching available data or through the design and execution of experiments to generate new data.
• Receive, analyze, and publish test results, including comparison against acceptance criteria and statistical analysis, where applicable.
• Collaborate with other fiber organizations (R&D, Eng. & mfg.) to ensure metrology synergy.
  
  

Qualifications

Education: BS in Optics, Electrical Engineering or related applicable science field

Required Skills And Experience

• 5 years’ work experience in systems development, optical test equipment and/or manufacturing.
• 5 years of experience working with Fiber Optic, and optical and electronic instrumentation and measurement methods.
• 5 years of experience working with industry standards (ISO/IEC).
• 3 years of experience with LabView and/or Visual Basic programming skills.
• 5 years of Experience with process improvement (6-Sigma), gage repeatability, statistical analysis
  
  

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of optical fiber products and technology.
• Experience with setup and alignment of optical systems.
• Critical thinker, strong analytical & technical problem-solving skills.
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $139,499.00 - $191,812.00 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.

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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 accommodations@corning.com .