Division Digital Software Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 86,722 - 119,244; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

100% company-paid pension benefit

Health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is looking for a candidate to help design and implement digital strategies across multiple manufacturing plants. This role emphasizes automation, cost reduction, and quality improvement.

The ideal applicant will possess a BS in Computer Science or Engineering and have experience with programming in languages such as Python and C#. The position requires strong collaboration across various operational functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years industry experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with automation or optimization project implementation.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Help design, develop, and implement digital strategy in manufacturing.
• Lead projects for cost reduction and process quality improvement.
• Develop knowledge of existing processes for optimization.

Skills

Programming experience in Python

C#

HTML

JavaScript

SQL

PowerBI

Education

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)

.NET

Flask

Microsoft IIS

Visual Studio

Git

Job description

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.

Requisition Number: 76055

Purpose

Help design, develop, and implement our division digital strategy across multiple manufacturing plants. This position will lead or play a significant role delivering transformative cost reduction across the division while improving quality and process capability. An ideal candidate will be capable of learning and implementing the latest vision, digital and automation technology and concepts and work with the operations, supply chain, and finance organizations to deploy projects in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement solutions for manufacturing which leverage latest digital technologies including data analytics and programming technologies, and work closely with manufacturing to define appropriate controls hardware platforms/systems for implementing process control solutions.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of existing processes to identify process control optimization opportunities and write proposals to initiate cross‑functional projects.
• Work with experienced professionals in manufacturing and multi‑disciplined team processes subject matter experts, and apply process data analysis skills to gain fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Utilize statistical analysis to design for process capability.
• Lead projects and work in a multi‑disciplinary research, development, and engineering environment to identify opportunities for digital business transformation.
• Facilitate the transfer of new process control technologies and methodologies into manufacturing and provide training to manufacturing and engineering personnel.
• Document process control findings and newly implemented technologies in technical reports and functional specifications. Generate intellectual property through invention disclosures and patent applications.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 1+ years industry experience (preferred within manufacturing), with a track record of automation and/or optimization project implementation.
• Programming experience in Python, C#, HTML, and JavaScript
• Programming‑related skills related to or involving web development, .NET, Flask, Microsoft IIS, Visual Studio, Git
• Analysis/Reporting experience with tools such as SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL, PowerBI

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in practical application of process control, including process data analysis, system modeling/identification, and control loop design/tuning
• Strong verbal and written skills, able to prepare and present proposals effectively with and across multiple organizations.
• Experience in statistical analysis methods, and Lean‑Optimization (e.g., Six Sigma/DMAIC)
• Experience with ChatGPT and RAG implementations.
• Familiarity with a diverse array of process controls technologies such as model predictive, multi‑variable, non‑linear approaches, and classic PID control
• Machine vision experience including algorithm development, coding, and use of industrial cameras/vision.

Travel Requirements

• Domestic travel up to 20%.

Work Schedule

• Typically, 40 hours/week but could be more dependent on project requirements.
• Typically, onsite to benefit from visibility to manufacturing environment with potential schedule‑based flexibility.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $86,722.00 – $119,244.00 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.

Benefits

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• 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.

EEO Statement

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 [e-mail].