Staff Engineer

Date: Mar 12, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73766

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

Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced automated characterization, metrology, and data management systems for Corning’s R&D and Engineering divisions. Drive innovative concepts from experimentation to production-ready systems, working with cross-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, specifications, and constraints.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
Communicate progress, milestones, and changes, highlighting impacts.
Research and integrate technologies for automation and lab management.
Design, build, and support automation systems, from simple prototypes to overseeing industrial-scale builds.
Automate equipment, collect/analyze data, and make sure to employ F.A.I.R. data practices.
Deploy, debug, and commission systems following best practices in software development.
Document designs, progress, and inventions; develop and maintain SOPs, machine specifications, and software requirement specifications.
Conduct training and transfer knowledge to teams and customers.
Diagnose and resolve equipment/software issues for existing and new equipment.
Collaborate with experts to enhance processes and ensure safety compliance.

Required Education

Minimum BS degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in electromechanical system design, automation, and software development.
Proficiency with C#, C/C++, Vue, and Python.
Experience working with a variety of laboratory tools such as MATLAB and LabView.
Experience with data systems, data storage methods, and Oracle PL/SQL.
Expertise in hardware/software integration, motion control, and flexible automation.
Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Desired Experiences

Experience with machine vision, motion control systems, and statistical tools (Open CV, DOE, PID tuning).
Knowledge of linear algebra, gradient descent algorithms, and modern development environments.
Additional programming (JavaScript, HTML, React, etc.).

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $104,825.00 - $144,135.00 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.

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.

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.

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