Measurement Systems Engineer

Corning•Hickory, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Corning’s Optical Fiber and Cable division is seeking a Measurement Systems Engineer to advance manufacturing capabilities through applied measurement engineering, machine vision, and data analysis. Based in Hickory, NC, this role drives process improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing readiness for new technologies across global optical fiber production sites.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), or Optics
3–5 years of engineering experience with a focus on measurement concepts and software development
Data analysis proficiency, including experience with tools such as Microsoft Access, Excel, Minitab, JMP, or Databricks

Nice To Haves

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), or Optics
Prior experience transitioning a new product or process from development into manufacturing
Software development skills, with preference for .NET or Python

Responsibilities

Apply advanced measurement techniques — including non-contact and optical methods — to drive capability improvements in glass manufacturing processes
Lead cost reduction and process improvement projects with division-wide impact
Support and improve existing optical measurement systems
Partner with technology and plant manufacturing teams to ensure smooth deployment of new technologies, products, and processes
Collaborate with global manufacturing sites to coordinate and resolve glassmaking-related technical challenges with a focus on measurements