Sr. Metrology Engineer

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Requisition Number: 73311

Job Title: Metrology Engineer

Company: Corning

Location: Corning, NY until Q2 2026, then permanently in Wilmington, NC

• Provide engineering-level support for optical and environmental test equipment
• Ensure reliable, standardized, and repeatable operation of metrology systems
• Perform calibration, certification, maintenance, and troubleshooting of optical test equipment
• Lead root‑cause analysis and implement improvements to existing measurement systems
• Support development of new fiber‑optic measurement methods and systems
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams

• BS in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• 5+ years of experience with optical test equipment, systems development, or manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of measurement principles and instrumentation
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and technical communication skills
• Familiarity with industry standards (ISO/IEC)

• Optical fiber products and test methods
• Optical system setup and alignment
• LabVIEW and/or Visual Basic
• Statistical analysis, gage R&R, or Six Sigma methodologies

Work Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday

• Candidates local to Corning, NY must be willing to relocate to Wilmington, NC in 2026
• Candidates local to Wilmington, NC must be willing to travel or work temporarily in Corning, NY until relocation

Compensation: $ - $ (full time). Starting pay depends on location, market demand, experience, training, and education.

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives aligned with key business results
• 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions; matching contributions to 401(k) up to 12% of pay
• Health, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company‑paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions

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.

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Note: This position does not support immigration sponsorship.