Senior Optical R&D Measurement System Development Engineer

Date: Nov 18, 2025

Location: Strykow, Lodzkie, PL, 95-010

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71355

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

• Managing and leading projects related to processes, technology, and the development of measurement methods in the field of metrology.
• Designing, developing, and implementing testing solutions and equipment/test systems for optical components and systems.
• Collaborating with project team members and subject matter experts to design and conduct experiments, supporting the development of fundamental process understanding across a wide range of technologies.
• Staying updated with the latest metrological technologies and measurement techniques to ensure measurement capabilities align with technical roadmaps.
• Working in international, multidisciplinary project teams and researching new trends in fiber and micro-optic technologies.
• Delivering high levels of innovation, including filing patent applications, publishing scientific papers, and delivering presentations

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Physics, Optics, or Opto-mechanics (a background in optics/micro-optics is preferred)
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as light coupling in optical fibers, aligning optical beams, and working with interferometers, profilometers, and confocal microscopes.
• Hands-on experience with simulation software (e.g., ZEMAX or similar) and designing/characterizing optical and micro-optical components.
• Familiarity with micromechanics (e.g. piezoelectric stages, hexapods, precision positioning systems).
• Experience in providing solutions based on statistical analysis and structured problem-solving methods, as well as developing, implementing, and applying measurement technologies.
• Strong data analysis, programming skills (Python, C#), analytical problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, , and the ability to work in global teams.
• Good command of both English and Polish.

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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 pension benefit that grows throughout your career.

• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, multi-sport card, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program 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.