Digital Systems Engineer

Digital Systems Engineer

** Date:
** May 18, 2026

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* Location:

** Keller, TX, US, 76248

** Company:
** Corning

Requisition Number: 74848

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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.

** Scope of Position*
* The Digital Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting digital systems that enable data-driven manufacturing operations across Corning's external network. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, IT, and External Manufacturing teams to improve visibility, efficiency, quality, and decision-making through automation, analytics, and integrated manufacturing systems.

The position focuses on translating manufacturing and business needs into scalable digital solutions, while ensuring data integrity, system reliability, and long-term sustainability.

** Key Responsibilities*
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** Manufacturing Systems Enablement:
** Design, implement, and support digital manufacturing systems, tools, and applications that improve operational visibility, productivity, and performance.

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** Data Integration & Automation:
** Develop and maintain automated workflows and data pipelines integrating quality, production, and supply chain data sources.

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** Analytics & Reporting:
** Create dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to support KPI tracking, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and EMs.

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** External Manufacturing Support:
** Partner with External Manufacturers to deploy standardized digital tools, ensure data alignment, and drive consistent reporting and performance measurement.

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** Continuous Improvement:
** Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate manufacturing processes using digital technologies and best practices.

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** System Ownership & Governance:
** Act as technical owner for assigned digital systems, ensuring data accuracy, documentation, validation, change management, and compliance with Corning standards.

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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

** Work closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and IT teams to define requirements and deliver effective digital solutions.

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** Problem Solving & Support:
** Troubleshoot system issues, analyze data discrepancies, and provide timely resolution and user support.

** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with 0 - 5 years of experience in a related field.

+ Experience supporting or developing manufacturing or industrial systems (digital manufacturing, automation, analytics, or information systems).

+ Strong analytical skills with experience working with manufacturing data.

+ Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage…