Automation & Software Systems Engineer

Automation & Software Systems Engineer

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. 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, 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

Role Purpose

The candidate will deliver high impact by leading the design, development, and deployment of novel, state-of-the-art automated characterization, metrology, and data management systems for Corning's Research, Development, and Engineering divisions. This includes leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers and software developers to evolve innovative concepts from early-stage experimentation through proof-of-concept, prototyping, and industrial production-class builds.

The role requires a multidisciplinary approach combining electrical engineering, controls, software development, and project leadership. The candidate must work comfortably both independently and as a leader/member within matrix and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include hardware and software systems integration, experimentation, and software solution development for data management and engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with internal customers to document system and software specifications and constraints.
• Develop project scope, schedule, budget, and bill of materials.
• Communicate progress, milestones, and project changes, including financial and timeline impacts.
• Innovative System & Software Development
• Research, select, and integrate suitable technologies for automated systems and enterprise lab management solutions.
• Design and conduct rigorous laboratory experiments to identify best approaches and practices.
• Develop system/software concepts, engineer prototypes, and guide full-scale industrial builds.
• Data and Software Engineering
• Build automated methods to collect, analyze, and collate production or research data; provide API/database access.
• Design, build, and maintain database objects and infrastructure.
• Debug software, equipment, and system issues on site.
• Implement software development best practices, including code management and documentation.
• Documentation, Knowledge Transfer, and Training
• Document progress, inventions, and designs via lab notebooks, reports, disclosures, and patent applications.
• Develop and maintain system, equipment, process, and software documentation for long-term accessibility.
• Develop, deploy, and test prototypes in laboratory and field environments, coordinating with external integrators as needed.
• Transfer technology and system/software expertise to customers and internal teams, including hands-on training and SOP development.
• Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement
• Troubleshoot equipment and software, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure safety knowledge and best practices are up-to-date and followed.
• Seek out and collaborate with subject matter experts to broaden process and product understanding.

Experiences/Education - Required

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years (MS/ME) or 12+ years (BS) of applications development and equipment engineering experience; designing and building electromechanical, automated, measurement, or software/data management systems for manufacturing/research environments.
• Proficient in software engineering (C/C++/C#, .NET, WPF, Visual Basic, Matlab, LabView, Python).
• Experience with Oracle PL/SQL and database/reporting systems.
• User interface application development (WPF, WinForms, or similar).
• Hardware/software integration: motion control programming, machine vision, automation.
• Strong data analysis, error analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Project management: result-oriented, managing multiple projects and priorities.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Machine vision: camera/lens selection, lighting, image metrology/analysis.
• Motion control systems (Adept, Aerotech, Delta Tau, FANUC).
• Statistical tools: DOE, measurement systems analysis.
• Process control: PID control, adaptive tuning.
• Gradient descent algorithms, linear algebra.
• Additional programming skills (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Vue, React, etc.).
• Experience with modern development environments (Visual Studio, Toad, Git, Enterprise Architect).

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $101,523.00 - $139,595.00 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.

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.

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.