Measurements Machine Vision Engineer

Requisition Number: 66566

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise.  We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Position Purpose

This job description is intended to broadly represent an entry-level engineer, recent college graduate role at Corning. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the design, development, and maintenance of measurement systems, working with state-of-the-art equipment such as cameras, lenses, optical sensors, illumination, drones, and robots. You will also utilize novel computer vision and machine learning methods to provide actionable insights and further augment the power of our digital transformation. These are key to improving the efficiency, safety, and quality of our manufacturing processes.

Engineers in the Manufacturing Technology & Engineering division work in a vibrant and dynamic environment. Our engineers travel extensively throughout North America, primarily East Coast of the US, to various manufacturing facilities. Corning NY is home base. Some projects will be completed locally. Frequently, our engineers work within manufacturing facilities with diverse functions such as process engineering, equipment design and installation, measurements systems, and software applications for manufacturing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Imaging Science, Physics, or Optics
• Solid understanding of fundamental engineering principles
• Able to work in any stage of innovation and handle risk of failure
• Aim to learn new technologies and processes quickly
• Understands how to balance pursuit of fundamental understanding with driving forward business needs
• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs

Desired

• Experience/ interest with Imaging, Optics, Lasers, Sensors etc. 
• Hands on experience with robotics: building benchtop systems and automation
• Experience/ interest with data acquisition hardware and software. [PLC, LabVIEW, C#]
• Hands-on experience with computer vision and technologies in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
• Hands on experience with any programming language
• Software of note: Python, OpenCV, C#, MATLAB, Halcon

Responsibilities

• Design and Implement measurement systems for inspection, guidance, and identification in the manufacturing process of glass and ceramics
• Build working prototypes on an optical table, choosing from different imaging and illumination platforms, that can serve measurement and vision needs across several Corning businesses
• Utilize current machine vision technologies and leverage the vibrant industrial ecosystem
• Develop algorithms and build software for data processing and machine learning

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $76,925.00 - $105,772.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.