Job Description

Requisition Number: 70879

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 Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise.  We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Role Purpose

Responsible for development, assembly, and validation of machine vision systems in support of the development and manufacturing of Corning products. Lead the transfer of technology from the lab to the manufacturing line.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Use off-the-shelf instruments or develop new inspection methods to optimize manufacturing processes or inspect the quality of Corning products.
• Utilize novel computer vision and machine learning methods to perform object detection/classification tasks, such as segmentation and detection for production defects.
• Develop measurement solutions that are suitable for use in manufacturing and leverage external suppliers for key technologies or strengths such as system integration.
• Work with a variety of multi-functional groups (Development, Quality, IT, Purchasing, Operations) to deliver effective solutions.
• Design experiments and analyze data to identify and implement improvements to measurement systems or production processes.
• Create/update documentation for release to production including machine specifications and operating procedures.
• Define Scopes of Work, competitively quote when appropriate, issue Purchase Orders, track supplier work and approve invoices.   
• Train engineering, maintenance, and operations personnel to use and maintain measurement systems.
• Provide remote and onsite troubleshooting of production measurement systems.
• Demonstrate proof-of-concepts in a lab environment.
• Engineer measurement solutions that are suitable for use in manufacturing

Experiences/Education - Required

• BS, MS or PhD in Physics, Optics, ME, ECE or EE plus minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with machine vision metrology equipment.
• Experience with Python CV/ML packages; OpenCV, Sklearn, Numpy, and at least one deep learning package (Tensorflow/PyTorch/Keras, etc).
• Knowledge of Machine Vision systems (optics, lighting, cameras, image acquisition, image analysis)
• Machine vision system development (optics, lighting, cameras, image acquisition, image analysis)
• Experience with image processing development packages such as Halcon, OpenCV, Matrox Inspector, NI Vision, or Matlab image processing toolbox
• Fundamental knowledge of physical optics (principles of optics, ray tracing)
• Knowledge of image processing algorithms (blob analysis, edge finding, morphology, feature extraction, classification, metrology)
• Strong C# programming skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal customers to understand metrology requirements and deliver results that are effectively interpreted and applied.
• Experience developing and troubleshooting WPF applications
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Data retrieval, plotting and analysis
• Experience with Metrology, Inspection and Product Quality in support of production organizations
• Travel Requirements:  Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Halcon image processing experience
• Process engineering knowledge. Experienced with design of experiments, statistical analysis and process improvement.
• Experience with electrical/optical/mechanical installations, including system checkout
• Experience with Metrology, Inspection and Product Quality in support of production organizations
• Motion Control – ability to integrate motion on imaging platforms

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $112,902.00 - $155,240.00 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.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• 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.     
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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 [email protected] .

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work,

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