Measurements Engineer

Requisition Number: 76262

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Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.

Scope of Position:

• Develop new manufacturing processes, technologies and methods, primarily focused on measurement systems and their integration into the production process flow.
• Creation and extraction of information from an image, including development and modification of imaging technologies for the measurement system.
• Combine image processing with machine hardware knowledge to optimize measurement performance and improve metrology capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership in developing and documenting process controls, standardized methods and procedures for measurement systems.
• Work directly with Plant, Division, and Technology Engineering on the development of new measurement systems and improvements/upgrades to existing systems. Supports manufacturing improvement initiatives, including variability reduction, defect reduction, process control improvement with a primary focus on measurement systems
• Participate in manufacturing and development activities to canvass/identify measurement develop needs that provide enhanced product attributes, cost reductions, or other competitive advantages.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Individual contributor lead or team member with ownership of a significant part of the accomplishment within the manufacturing plant or division
• Manages highly complex task with many variables and stakeholders across multiple functions/facilities
• Function as the primary point of contact to support/maintain measurement equipment and systems in the plant
• Drive continuous improvements to existing manufacturing measurements systems through improved measurement system interfaces and implementing process automation where applicable
• Understand system level problem statements and identify potential solutions, develop novel approaches to solve complex problems and make quick critical experiments to demonstrate feasibility
• Lead cross-functional work-stream project teams to support process improvements through measurement software and hardware upgrades, focusing on process cost, quality, and capability
• Perform project management and documentation activities
• Provide progress reports to key stakeholders and organizational leadership
• Utilize statistical tools, engineering data, and DMAIC/DESGN/Lean/MEE methodologies to develop process understanding to support robust manufacturing processes and Measurement systems
• Work with Technology, Division Engineering, and Plant Engineering to develop and introduce new measurements technologies and upgrade existing measurement systems (includes participation in the design, building, testing and extension of various measurement systems)
• Participate in cross-functional and virtual project teams
• Develop and execute of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Gauge R&R studies, design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis to identify opportunities and implement improvements to the measurement systems or production process
• Create/update documentation for release to production including operating procedures, PM and troubleshooting
• Train engineering, maintenance and operations personnel on how to use and maintain plant measurement systems
• Demonstrate knowledge and capability related to measurement systems used in the plant, along with commercially available measurement systems and other applicable technologies

Work Schedule:

• Standard work scheduled is Monday-Friday,  8am-5pm
• Off hours support for manufacturing line down issues
• Schedule includes a weekend on-call rotation to be primary contact for manufacturing issues related to metrology engineering support

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechatronic, Imaging Science, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Mathematics
• 1 or more years working in a similar position (e.g.: as a Test Equipment Engineer) in a manufacturing environment (can include internships and/or co-op experience)
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in System development, system integration, software system development; experience in Software Optics or vision-based design and implementation (can include internships and/or co-op experience)

Required Skills:

• Experience in software development (e.g. Mat lab, C++, VB.Net, image analysis, data analysis)
• Background in computer programs like C#, VB.net, Lab view, Wit, C++ etc.
• Experience using software that efficiently analyzes large data sets
• Knowledge of electrical/optical/mechanical installations, including system checkout and troubleshooting
• Some exposure to electrical/controls, instrumentation (e.g. sensors) and vision systems technologies
• Experience debugging and bringing to production controls/vision systems
• Some exposure in optical theory, image capture, lighting, cameras, 3rd party imaging tools, image processing and visualization techniques.
• Problem solving skills with hands-on approach
• Basic project management skills (e.g. scoping, budgeting, timelines etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Six sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification
• Course work or experience with using tools such as Solid works, Cero Parametric etc.
• Some exposure to high powered laser systems
• Some exposure to precision optical systems
• Experience with image analysis (vision measurement systems)
• Communication and presentation skills
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of at least one of these modern web-based UI development tools such as: Ruby/Rails, PHP, ASP.NET, HTML/DHTML, XML/XSL, CSS, JavaScript, is a plus.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is  $66,969.00 - $92,083.00  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. 

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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.