Sr. Technician, Optics

Requisition Number: 75317

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​                    

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

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.​   

Come break through with us.  

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, automotive, and solar 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 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, technical team, and management staff to meet project deliverables and drive technical solutions. 
• Operate and maintain department equipment, including troubleshooting and repairing.
• Execute experimental plans, collect data, and document experimental setpoints and results.
• Interact with internal customers to understand incoming laser processing requests and provide timely sample part delivery. 
• Perform assembly, installation, debugging, and start-up of new laser set-ups. 
• Ensure up-to-date process and safety documentation. 
• Utilize 3D printing and SolidWorks for custom part fabrication to accelerate process development.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, safety, organization, manage inventory levels, and order supplies as needed.
• Support new improvements to lab spaces, equipment, safety initiatives, and laser processes.
• Coordinate the movement of samples between lab spaces, across campus, and arrange domestic and international shipments.

Travel requirements (please note if international):  

• Occasional travel may be required for collaborations or conferences

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:  

• 8 AM – 5 PM

Required Education and Experience (minimum required for consideration): 

•  Associates Degree
• Commitment to safety, with experience leading safety upgrades and conducting risk assessments in a lab environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office platforms, including Excel and Teams.

Desired Skills (these are the skills that would be nice for candidates to possess):

• Extensive hands-on experience with mechanical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in 3D printing and SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously, showing initiative, and completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and a high level of personal accountability.
• Excellent collaborative skills, fostering a positive team-focused environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to change and willingness to perform various tasks as needed.
• Professional communication skills with technicians, scientists, internal customers, department management, and suppliers.
• Strong critical thinking abilities, with the capability to ask questions, make recommendations, and raise concerns.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $78,274.00 - $107,628.00 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.  

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.