Requisition Number: 73507
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role PurposeWe are seeking a
Machine Vision Engineer to support the development, design, and debugging of machine vision hardware and software used in advanced automation and inspection systems. This role blends vendor-specific vision platforms with custom PC-based software and requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams. The successful candidate will also provide technical guidance in areas such as optics selection and rapid prototyping while serving as a technical contributor throughout the full system lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with team leaders to identify, define, and document machine vision requirements.
- Generate, evaluate, and select machine vision concepts in partnership with the automation team.
- Apply rapid prototyping, engineering analysis, and fundamental principles to select appropriate vision techniques, algorithms, and hardware.
- Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate machine vision hardware into automation designs.
- Develop and maintain software for machine vision applications.
- Debug, test, and lead resolution of machine vision design or manufacturing issues.
- Present project results through internal reports and technical presentations to peers, managers, and customers.
- Act as a safety advocate and role model, ensuring all work is performed in a safe manner and environment.
- Document inventions and novel design concepts in accordance with company standards.
Required QualificationsEducation:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Optics, Physics, or a related field.
Experience:2+ years of combined engineering, manufacturing experience or Military experience in a technical role.
Required Skills & Competencies- Understanding of the full engineering design lifecycle, from requirements through deployment.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to gather, align on, and present technical requirements and solutions.
- Knowledge of machine vision system integration within automated machinery.
- Experience selecting machine vision components including optics, cameras, lighting, and interfaces.
- Familiarity with at least one rapid prototyping platform for machine vision hardware and algorithms.
- Strong object-oriented programming skills in at least one C-based language.
- Experience with at least one PC-based machine vision library.
- Strong mathematical foundation, including linear algebra, signal processing, and modeling.
- Solid understanding of software engineering principles.
- Excellent technical documentation skills, including written content and diagrams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Desired Skills- Experience with Cognex or Keyence vision systems.
- Programming experience in C# and/or C++.
- HALCON vision programming.
- MATLAB and/or Python.
- Optical modeling experience.
- UML design methods.
- OpenCV.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning applied to vision systems.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $88,522.00 - $121,718.00 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.
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, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- 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.
