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Lam Research

Metrology Engineer 3

Tualatin, OR

The impact you'll make At Lam, as a Metrology Engineer, you will help develop next-generation on ... Partner with hardware, firmware, software, optics, process technology, and data science teams to ...

Caltech

Senior Scientist

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$134K - $165K/yr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Direct and assist with testing, analysis, and oversight of precision optical metrology instruments ...

Apple

Display Metrology Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience Experience working in metrology of ...

Apple

Display Metrology Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience Experience working in metrology of ...

Corning Inc.

Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Fairport, NY · On-site

$99K - $135K/yr

Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the ... metrology optical systems. This role is responsible for translating customer specifications and ...

Apple

Display Metrology Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$184K - $324K/yr

... PhD in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering or related field Direct experience on display or optical metrology systems development Familiar with industrial optical ...

Apple

Display Metrology System Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Opto-mechanical system design Preferred Qualifications MS or PhD in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering or related field Direct experience on display or optical metrology ...

Apple

Display Metrology Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$129K - $225K/yr

... PhD in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering or related field Direct experience on display or optical metrology systems development Familiar with industrial optical ...

Corning

Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Fairport, NY · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the ... metrology optical systems. This role is responsible for translating customer specifications and ...

Apple Inc.

Display Metrology System Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$129K - $225K/yr

Bachelors degree in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, EE or Mechanical Engineering * Experience working in metrology of display (OLED, LCD, LED) or other optical products * Experience in building ...

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Development Manager, Optical Metrology-Fairport, New York

Spencerport, NY • On-site

Corning
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$147K - $202K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians focused on optical metrology development

  • Translate business and product roadmaps into clear plans, priorities, and execution strategies

  • Drive innovation in optical metrology processes and precision measurement systems

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Requisition Number: 74666
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, automotive, and solar 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
  • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose
Corning Incorporated is hiring a Development Manager, Optical Metrology at our technology site in Rochester, NY. This role typically works 40+ hours per week with flex as needed.
Shape the future of advanced optics manufacturing in this hands-on leadership role within Corning's Advanced Optics surface finishing and optical fabrication development group. You will work closely with the Optical Fabrication Development Group Lead in support of Advanced Optics initiatives in Fairport, NY; Keene, NH; Canton, NY; and Sullivan Park Research Center in Corning, NY. In this role, you will translate business and product roadmaps into clear priorities and strong execution across optical metrology development, while leading innovation, developing people, and helping keep Corning at the forefront of optical systems innovation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians focused on optical metrology development
  • Translate business and product roadmaps into clear plans, priorities, and execution strategies
  • Drive innovation in optical metrology processes and precision measurement systems
  • Manage schedules, budgets, technical risks, and tradeoff decisions across multiple priorities
  • Partner closely with the Optical Fabrication Development Group Lead, optical design teams, coating teams, and equipment vendors
  • Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to support program goals
  • Ensure effective transfer of development work into engineering and production
  • Balance near-term execution with longer-term technology development needs
  • Build an inclusive, accountable culture through coaching, onboarding, and performance management
  • Reinforce a proactive safety mindset across the team

Minimum Qualifications & Skills
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in optical metrology and precision measurement systems
  • 3+ years of people leadership or technical team leadership experience
  • Deep technical knowledge of high-precision optical metrology technologies and methods
  • Effective communication and listening skills

Preferred Qualifications & Skills
  • Experience developing new metrology process technologies and validating capability
  • Record of accomplishment of delivering technological innovation on schedule and within budget
  • Experience with business case development, value proposition validation, and technical risk management
  • Familiarity with program management tools such as MS Project or equivalent
  • Comfort using AI tools to support analysis, planning, or productivity

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $147,037.00 - $202,176.00 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.
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 aspirations, and career from day one.
  • 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.
  • 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make 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. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

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