Software Systems Engineer

Requisition Number: 63840

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 businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

•    Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
•    Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
•    Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
•    Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
•    Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Purpose of Position

The purpose of this position is to provide programming/computer coding support to Metrology engineering team on a variety of measurement equipment used in a glass manufacturing facility. Responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, and debugging software programs that interface between the measurement equipment and the manufacturing execution system. Develops software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, and internet-related tools, etc. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design. A few examples of the measurement equipment interfaced by this position includes Interferometers Fluorescence and Raman measurement systems UV-Vis Spectrophotometers FTIR measurement systems Polarimeters Various other transmission measurement systems

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Interface between Metrology Engineering department and locate IT to properly integrate measurement system data into the plant manufacturing execution systems.
• Key programmer used to upgrade and test existing glass analysis software used by manufacturing to select products for sale.
• Perform data analysis on glass selection software to understand plant manufacturing capabilities.
• Testing customer supplied software vs product specifications and integrate this software into plant manufacturing execution system.
• Write, audit and maintain process documentation as needed, and as scheduled.
• Attend Process Engineering and/or production-related meetings.
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors.
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree - prefer Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Optical Engineering or Physics.
• Experience in C#, Python, .NET, SQL or other programming languages.
• Ability to work on cross functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to review, analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from data.
• Results orientated.
• Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Solid presentation and communication skills.
• MS Office; particularly Word, Access and Excel; ability to build queries, set up spreadsheets with formulas, etc.
• Able to methodically think through and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, vendors, other Corning facilities and in a union work environment.
• Willingness to interact with others and actively seek out answers.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision (can plan / organize their activities based on objectives).
• *US Citizenship required

*In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. citizen status.

Desired Skills:

• Minimum 3 years' of relevant experience 
• Manufacturing experience desired 
• Project management skills
• Desire to apply computer engineering/programming in a real-world, manufacturing setting.
• Able to communicate priorities and influence technical direction to others.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is  $84,608.00   -  $116,336.00 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.