Engineer - Imaging & Diagnostics

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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 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, automotive, and solar 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
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Corning is hiring an Engineer – Imaging & Diagnostics in Corning, NY at Sullivan Park
. This is an onsite role working Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week with flexibility as needed
, and relocation assistance is provided
. The position includes travel up to 50% on average annually depending on project needs, primarily domestic with occasional international travel possible.

For engineers who want more variety, more hands-on problem solving, and more exposure than a typical single-site role can offer, this position provides the opportunity to use
imaging, optics, sensors, and custom diagnostic systems to understand how processes behave and why issues occur. The team supports work in both laboratory and manufacturing environments
, helping Corning improve processes, troubleshoot problems, and advance new technologies across multiple businesses and stages of innovation. It is a strong fit for someone with a background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, measurements, instrumentation, imaging, optics, automation, or experimental systems who enjoys building test setups, analyzing data, and turning technical observations into practical solutions.

• Design, assemble, deploy, and use custom optical and sensor-based diagnostic systems for investigative work in laboratory and manufacturing environments
• Integrate imaging tools with secondary sensors, motion equipment, and flow control systems to support specific investigations
• Perform image processing, data analysis, and statistical analysis to interpret results and support process improvement and technology development
• Conduct hands-on experimental work in lab, engineering, and manufacturing settings
• Support troubleshooting and investigative work either independently or as part of a team to meet business objectives
• Communicate project status, findings, and recommendations through clear documentation, reports, and presentations
• Maintain laboratory equipment, process equipment, and materials needed for ongoing diagnostic work

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis on measurements
• Experience working with optical hardware such as cameras, lenses, illumination sources, lasers, LEDs, or related optical elements
• Experience using optical or imaging equipment for investigative, diagnostic, or troubleshooting purposes
• Ability to select and apply optical arrangements for different applications
• Experience working in laboratory, experimental, or test environments
• Clea…