Optical Metrology Engineer

Requisition Number: 64945

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
  
  

Scope of Position

Devise comprehensive test methods to measure, analyze and optimize complex lens assemblies and optical modules.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within multi-disciplined project teams that analyze, engineer & build lens systems from conception to completion.
• Design optical test methods to align and qualify complex optical systems for imaging, non-imaging and metrology systems.
• Collaborate with software, electrical and mechanical engineers to design and integrate fully functional metrology equipment/test benches.
• Create and document metrology methods and procedures for transfer to manufacturing.
• Train manufacturing personnel to execute measurement and optimization tasks.
• Work locations are currently split between Fairport Plant and Penfield Engineering headquarters; personal transportation between sites (10 min drive) is expected depending upon project responsibilities
• 10%, domestic & international. Typical travel includes training, networking opportunities, customer visits, conferences, tradeshows, and benchmarking activities as required.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Optics or Physics is desired, Master of Science. a plus.
• 2-5 years in designing or testing precision optical systems. Experience in UV a plus, as is industrial experience in semiconductor fabrication and/or inspection.
• Ability to function on a product development team of multi-disciplinary engineers.
• Experience and understanding of geometrical optics and optical test methods. (interferometry, wavefront sensing, aerial image analysis, radiometry, polarization/polarimetry, etc)
• Experience with autocollimation / alignment telescopes, optical and mechanical alignment techniques, precision spindles and goniometers electro-optics, precision mechanics.
• Familiarity with complex lasers (solid state, frequency doubling and sum frequency generation, excimer, IR amplifier, etc) and their alignment is a plus, as is familiarity with the safe use of lasers.
• Familiarity with optical modeling software (lens design, image analysis & interferometry), cameras and detectors, image analysis software.
• Proficiency in Excel is required. Proficiency in Matlab, Python, and other analytical software applications is desired. Optical design software proficiency (Zemax, Code V, Light Tools, FRED) is a plus.
• Must have strong laboratory skills working in a clean room environment.
• Must have strong presentation and technical writing skills to enable communication within the program team and with internal and external customers
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $89,634.00 - $123,247.00 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 .