Process Engineer - Optical Fabrication

Corning • Village of Fairport, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking an Optical Fabrication Engineer for its advanced optics technology center in Rochester, New York. This onsite role typically works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with additional hours as needed during periods of high project activity. In this role, you will help bring new optical products from concept design into manufacturing. You’ll play a key part in building the processes, tools, and production readiness needed to deliver world class optical components at scale, working closely with development, engineering, and operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing engineering, or a related production environment
• Knowledge of optical manufacturing methods and measurement techniques
• Experience working with CNC equipment and 3D modeling software
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in optics or precision optics manufacturing
• Familiarity with G-code, Mastercam, or similar programming tools
• Knowledge of optical metrology equipment such as interferometers, profilometers, or autocollimators
• Experience with optical polishing processes
• Knowledge of optical materials or coatings used in laser applications

Responsibilities

• Develop optical manufacturing processes that support the successful launch of new products
• Define equipment, tooling, fixtures, and test methods needed to fabricate optical components
• Establish prototype and pilot build readiness to meet quality, delivery, and performance goals
• Create process documentation and support training for manufacturing teams as new capabilities are introduced
• Identify process gaps and risks, and lead actions that improve manufacturability and production readiness
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support design reviews, problem-solving, and manufacturing success
• Capture process knowledge and technical learnings to support standardization, continuous improvement, and intellectual property protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level