Division Digital Software Engineer

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. Our Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry, classified into two main product groupings: carrier network and enterprise network.

About the role

Help design, develop, and implement our division digital strategy across multiple manufacturing plants. This position will lead or play a significant role delivering transformative cost reduction across the division while improving quality and process capability. An ideal candidate will be capable of learning and implementing the latest vision, digital, and automation technology and concepts and work with operations, supply chain, and finance organizations to deploy projects in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement solutions for manufacturing which leverage latest digital technologies including data analytics and programming technologies, and work closely with manufacturing to define appropriate controls hardware platforms/systems for implementing process control solutions.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of existing processes to identify process control optimization opportunities and write proposals to initiate cross-functional projects.
• Work with experienced professionals in manufacturing and multi-disciplined team processes subject matter experts, and apply process data analysis skills to gain fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Utilize statistical analysis to design for process capability.
• Lead projects and work in a multi-disciplinary research, development, and engineering environment to identify opportunities for digital business transformation.
• Facilitate the transfer of new process control technologies and methodologies into manufacturing and provide training to manufacturing and engineering personnel.
• Document process control findings and newly implemented technologies in technical reports and functional specifications.
• Generate intellectual property through invention disclosures and patent applications.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 1+ years industry experience (preferred within manufacturing), with a track record of automation and/or optimization project implementation.

Skills

• Programming experience in Python, C#, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Programming-related skills related to or involving web development, .NET, Flask, Microsoft IIS, Visual Studio, Git.
• Analysis/Reporting experience with tools such as SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL, PowerBI.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in practical application of process control, including process data analysis, system modeling/identification, and control loop design/tuning.
• Strong verbal and written skills, able to prepare and present proposals effectively with and across multiple organizations.
• Experience in statistical analysis methods, and Lean-Optimization (e.g., Six Sigma/DMAIC).
• Experience with ChatGPT and RAG implementations.
• Familiarity with a diverse array of process controls technologies such as model predictive, multi-variable, non-linear approaches, and classic PID control.
• Machine vision experience including algorithm development, coding, and use of industrial cameras/vision.

Schedule

• Typically, 40 hours/week but could be more dependent on project requirements.
• Typically, onsite to benefit from visibility to manufacturing environment with potential schedule-based flexibility.
• Domestic travel up to 20%.

Pay

The range for this position is $86,722.00 - $119,244.00 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.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career, combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan (total contributions can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay).
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits including 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).
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.