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Optical Fabrication Engineer

**Date:** Jun 6, 2025

**Location:** Fairport, NY, US, 14450

**Company:** Corning

Requisition Number: 69004

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

Scope of Position

Concurrently with the product development team, work to define, develop, troubleshoot, and deliver new optical products and manufacturing processes for precision optics which meet all technical requirements. This position will primarily support the Precision Optics (PO) and Laser Optics (LO) manufacturing groups with product and process development responsibilities. This position interfaces with both the development group and the plant engineering and operations groups.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

+ Lead and implement DF/X tools to optimize product development.

+ Minimize production costs through design alternatives and cost estimates.

+ Participate in Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR).

+ Conduct risk assessments and manage risk reduction activities.

+ Specify and develop manufacturing capabilities, tools, fixtures, and equipment.

+ Create and maintain process documentation (e.g., work instructions, flow charts).

+ Ensure prototype and pilot build quality; train manufacturing personnel.

+ Protect intellectual property and stay updated on manufacturing trends.

+ Assess manufacturing capability gaps and recommend improvements.

+ Design fixtures/tools using Creo CAD software; set up and operate production equipment.

Experiences/Education - Required

+ BS in Optical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering degree

+ 5+ years’ years industry experience, preferably in the field of optics

+ Knowledge of the manufacture of optical components and optical materials

+ Experience with process development in an optics shop environment

+ Knowledge of plano and spherical polishing

+ Knowledge of optical metrology equipment including interferometers, profilometers, & autocollimators

+ Aptitude for precision hands-on optical and mechanical skills

+ Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and formal presentations

+ Knowledge of optical material and coating interaction with high power lasers at UV wavelengths a plus

+ 10% travel, domestic & international. Typical travel includes training, networking opportunities, customer visits, conferences, tradeshows, and benchmarking activities as required.

Experiences/Education - Desired

+ Experience in precision machining and measurement including CNC equipment and programming; Use of G-code and experience with MasterCam a plus

+ Experience using 3D solid modeling software; solid modeling of fixtures & tools using Creo CAD software

+ Knowledge of optical material and coating interaction with high power lasers at UV wavelengths a plus

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $83,750.00 - $115,156.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

+ As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

+ Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.

+ 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.

+ Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

**Nearest Major Market:** Rochester