Division Digital Software Engineer

Summary

Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking a Division Digital Software Engineer to help design, develop, and implement their division digital strategy across multiple manufacturing plants, focusing on transformative cost reduction and process improvement.

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

Skills

• 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
• 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

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 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

Nice to Haves

• 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

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• 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.
• Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
• 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.