Optical Systems Engineer

Corning•Wilmington, NC

33d•Onsite

About The Position

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. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectationsâ¯- not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,â¯and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Come break through with us. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. Scope of Position: This is an individual position that requires strong technical curiosity across many technologies, a desire for technical leadership, and the ability to learn and share with others. This position provides measurement solutions and support in a 24/7 manufacturing facility in Corning's Optical Communications business to deliver best in class optical fiber to our customers. Supports drive to fundamental process understanding and lowest cost producer objectives. Supports the development and execution of plans to evaluate new technology or improvements in existing technology resulting in a superior product in terms of quality and/or cost.

Requirements

BS in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
2-5+ years' work experience in systems development, optical test equipment and/or manufacturing.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of basic optics and optical systems.
Knowledge of basic electrical systems.
Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly.
Ability to work in technical project teams in leadership and team member roles.
Able to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work effectively on all levels of an organization.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Data retrieval, plotting and analysis.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of optical test and measurement techniques and equipment.
Experience with set up and alignment of optical systems.
Experience with computer-based measurement or automation equipment setup and support.
Experience with Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Measurement Uncertainty Analysis.
Experience with optical manufacturing, including assembly process & device testing.
Experience in manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of Matlab, Minitab, or other mathematical/statistical analysis tools.
Six Sigma Green Belt or DMAIC project experience.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering-level production support to optical measurement equipment throughout the facility.
Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues.
Lead and/or provide support for projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new products/processes.
Understand process quality architecture internal/external risks.
Provide trend analysis of key metrics and implement response plans.
Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects.
Recommend/implement improvements to processes and equipment.
Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions.
Provide leadership or support for startup of new equipment lines.
Develop and update engineering and operations documentation.
Provide training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes.
Design experiments and analyze data to identify and implement improvements to the measurement systems or production process.
Serve as project lead and/or technical team member on equipment deployment/development projects.
Assure quality and repeatability of processes and products.

Benefits

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.

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