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Automation Measurements Manager

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Date: Jul 10, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76282

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How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, 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.  

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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.

Role Purpose

Corning Incorporated is seeking an Automation Measurements Manager to lead the development, integration, and support of automated measurement, sensing, inspection, and test solutions across our automation platforms. In this role, you will provide technical and organizational leadership for a team of engineers — driving scalable measurement solutions aligned with business objectives, customer requirements, and project goals. This is an opportunity to shape the future of industrial measurement technology at one of the world's leading materials science and engineering companies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of engineers — setting priorities, coaching, delivering performance feedback, and supporting career growth, including hiring and onboarding new talent
Provide technical leadership across automated measurement methods, machine vision, sensing technologies, instrumentation, optics, data acquisition, and systems integration
Drive project execution — planning, scheduling, resource allocation, risk assessment, issue resolution, and communication of results and progress to peers and leadership
Oversee rapid prototyping, feasibility studies, and proof-of-concept development; review and approve technical designs, test methods, calibration approaches, and engineering documentation
Champion safe work practices and foster a team culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Experiences/Education - Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Optics, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
8+ years of engineering or manufacturing experience with significant focus on automated measurement, metrology, inspection, or test systems
Demonstrated technical leadership, project leadership, or people management experience
Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and influence technical decisions across disciplines
Strong understanding of automated measurement and sensing system integration, including calibration, accuracy, repeatability, and measurement uncertainty in industrial environments
Solid foundation in software engineering principles, data analysis, and documentation; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experiences/Education - Desired

Experience with machine vision, laser-based measurement, displacement sensing, temperature sensing, force measurement, spectroscopy, or other industrial sensing technologies
Programming experience in C#, C++, Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, OpenCV, HALCON, or similar tools
Familiarity with vendor-based inspection/sensing platforms and PC-based measurement or automation software
Experience with data acquisition systems, industrial communications, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) interfacing, and controls integration
Optical or sensor modeling experience; background in manufacturing, automation, metrology, or industrial engineering environments

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $143,473.00 - $197,276.00 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.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

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.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
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.

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Hickory

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