Automation & Software Systems Engineer

Automation & Software Systems Engineer

** Date:
** Feb 14, 2026

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* Location:

** Corning, NY, US, 14831

** Company:
** Corning

Requisition Number: 72464

** The company built on breakthroughs. ​ *
* ** Join us.​ *
* 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, and automotive 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

** Role Purpose*
* The candidate will deliver high impact by leading the design, development, and deployment of novel, state-of-the-art automated characterization, metrology, and data management systems for Corning's Research, Development, and Engineering divisions. This includes leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers and software developers to evolve innovative concepts from early-stage experimentation through proof-of-concept, prototyping, and industrial production-class builds.

The role requires a multidisciplinary approach combining electrical engineering, controls, software development, and project leadership. The candidate must work comfortably both independently and as a leader/member within matrix and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include hardware and software systems integration, experimentation, and software solution development for data management and engineering.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* Project Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

+ Collaborate with internal customers to document system and software specifications and constraints.

+ Develop project scope, schedule, budget, and bill of materials.

+ Communicate progress, milestones, and project changes, including financial and timeline impacts.

Innovative System & Software Development

+ Research, select, and integrate suitable technologies for automated systems and enterprise lab management solutions.

+ Design and conduct rigorous laboratory experiments to identify best approaches and practices.

+ Develop system/software concepts, engineer prototypes, and guide full-scale industrial builds.

Data and Software Engineering

+ Build automated methods to collect, analyze, and collate production or research data; provide API/database access.

+ Design, build, and maintain database objects and infrastructure.

+ Debug software, equipment, and system issues on site.

+ Implement software development best practices, including code management and documentation.

Documentation, Knowledge Transfer, and Training

+ Document progress, inventions, and designs via lab notebooks, reports, disclosures, and patent applications.

+ Develop and maintain system, equipment, process, and software documentation for long-term accessibility.

+ Develop, deploy, and test prototypes in laboratory and field environments, coordinating with external integrators as needed.

+ Transfer technology and system/software expertise to customers and internal teams, including hands-on training and SOP development.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

+ Troubleshoot equipment and software, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

+ Ensure…