Senior Laser Process Engineer for Scalable Optics

Corning Inc.

Hickory (NC)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 164,000

Full time

26 hours ago
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Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a Senior Laser Process Development Engineer/Scientist to drive early-stage laser processes and optical solutions. You will design systems, build prototype stations, and translate lab innovations into scalable manufacturing capabilities.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in laser processing or photonics, with hands-on lab experience, and strong communication skills. This on-site role in Hickory, NC offers a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in a related technical field with photonics focus.
  • 5+ years in laser processing, optics, photonics, or related development.
  • Knowledge of laser theory and optical propagation.
  • Hands-on lab experience building or testing setups.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data‑driven decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize laser-based processes across Corning facilities.
  • Build, refine, and troubleshoot prototype stations; design optical systems.
  • Plan and execute structured experiments; DOE, SPC and data analysis.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to translate lab work into scalable processes.
  • Document work and contribute to IP through reports and guidelines.

Skills

Laser processing
Laser theory
Optical theory
Experimental work
Analytical skills
Communication

Education

MS or PhD in Photonics/EE/Physics/Materials
PhD in Photonics/Optics/Physics/EE/ME/Materials

Tools

COMSOL
Zemax
Python simulation

Job description

Corning Inc. is seeking a Senior Laser Process Development Engineer/Scientist to drive early-stage laser processes and optical solutions. You will design systems, build prototype stations, and translate lab innovations into scalable manufacturing capabilities.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in laser processing or photonics, with hands-on lab experience, and strong communication skills. This on-site role in Hickory, NC offers a competitive compensation package.

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