Division Digital Software Engineer

Corning•Concord, NC

1d•$86,722 - $119,244•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, with technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions. This segment is classified into two main product groupings: carrier network and enterprise network. The purpose of this position is to help design, develop, and implement the division's digital strategy across multiple manufacturing plants. This role will lead or play a significant role in delivering transformative cost reduction 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 will work with operations, supply chain, and finance organizations to deploy projects in manufacturing.

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.
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

Nice To Haves

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.

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.