Job Description

Requisition Number: 79320

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Corning’s Display Technologies segment manufactures glass substrates for active matrix liquid crystal displays (“LCDs”) that are used primarily in LCD televisions, notebook computers and flat panel desktop monitors.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection equipment and process support

• Supports daily performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of inspection equipment and operations.
• Supports inspection equipment, controls, and process improvements to enhance operational performance.
• Supports the design, modification, and improvement of automated equipment and motion-control systems to meet or exceed operational requirements.
• Lead structured root-cause investigations and drive containment, corrective actions, and continuous improvement; drive containment, fundamental understanding, and permanent corrective actions.
• Define and maintain performance-monitoring and statistical quality-control approaches.

Talent development

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on shared equipment and operational objectives; contribute to goal setting and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Build personal technical depth in Inspection equipment and process; mentor technicians and support knowledge transfer within the engineering team.
• Collaborate with relevant engineering, quality, maintenance, digital/IT, and qualified supplier teams.
• Foster a culture of structured problem solving, data-driven decisions, and continuous learning.

Digital & AI Transformation

• Support the use of digital tools and data analytics to improve manufacturing equipment and operational performance.
• Apply approved data analytics and digital technologies to support equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and operational improvement.
• Partner with digital, IT, and engineering teams to Implement data solutions, reporting tools, and approved digital applications that support manufacturing operations.
• Support approved software, analytics, and automation solutions for equipment and process improvement.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (equipment design background is a strong plus). Candidates with shorter experience may be considered if they have a strong academic background from a top-tier university.
• 2+ years of process or equipment engineering experience in display, semiconductor, precision manufacturing, or automation equipment industry, with focus on the Inspection process segment.
• Mechanical or equipment-engineering background with experience using CAD and engineering-analysis tools for design, analysis, and verification.
• Experience supporting automated equipment, manufacturing operations, or quality inspection systems is preferred (equipment design background is also acceptable);Knowledge of statistical process control, process capability, and data-driven problem solving.
• Able to communicate in spoken English for cross-region collaboration; clear, logical, and well structured communication skills.
• Strong result orientation and ownership; proactively drives execution and delivers outcomes.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Programming experience in Python, C/C++, or similar languages for engineering, automation, or data-analysis applications. Familiarity with machine-learning concepts or applied analytics is a plus.
• Experience with industrial automation, motion-control systems, equipment commissioning, or equipment integration is preferred; equipment commissioning, motion tuning, or automation integration experience is highly valued.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (JMP, Minitab, SQL) and basic ML/AI concepts (supervised/unsupervised models, computer vision) is a plus. Ability to partner with equipment vendors, IT, and corporate digital teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in automated inspection, precision manufacturing, or related industrial automation environments.
• Prior experience participating in digital transformation or automation upgrade programs at the plant level.
• Familiarity with manufacturing digital systems, industrial automation technologies, or data integration tools.
• Demonstrated technical contributions, innovation experience, or continuous-improvement achievements, consistent with applicable confidentiality obligations.

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 accommodations@corning.com.