Senior R&D Engineer - Optical Measurement Systems

Responsibilities

• Own measurement challenges end-to-end, from problem definition and system design to production floor deployment
• Design and build custom optical testing solutions for fiber optic components and assemblies
• Perform hands-on lab work, including building, wiring, aligning, debugging, and validating systems
• Automate measurement workflows to create reliable, repeatable, and data-rich systems
• Lead experiments and root-cause investigations in collaboration with process, product, and quality teams
• Stay current with metrology technology to integrate new techniques into the R&D roadmap
• Contribute to the company's innovation portfolio through patents, internal papers, and conference presentations

Requirements

• Master's degree in a technical field (Optics, Photonics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, or related)
• Strong hands-on prototyping and lab experience
• Solid grounding in statistical analysis and structured problem-solving (e.g., MSA, GR&R, DOE, SPC)
• Fluency in Polish and strong proficiency in English
• Self-driven mindset with the ability to manage open-ended problems independently
• Willingness to travel internationally occasionally (Europe, US, Asia)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing optical, mechanical, or other metrology measurement/test systems
• Working knowledge of Python for data or system application
• Background in fiber optics or photonics
• Exposure to machine vision or image-based measurement techniques
• Proven track record of patents, publications, or conference presentations

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• Pension benefits
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, including medical and life insurance
• Paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs

About the Company

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. Our Optical Communications segment provides industry-leading optical solutions across the communications industry, helping to connect the world through cutting-edge fiber optic technology.