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About the Role

Develop optical systems, components, and applications for next-generation optical interconnect solutions for high-performance datacenter applications, including Artificial Intelligence and optical compute networks. Design products, processes, and testing solutions for optical connectors, components, and subassemblies, primarily for optical fiber to integrated photonics interfaces.

Responsibilities

Contribute to globally impactful projects centered around the development and improvement of optical interconnects.
Lead the development and prototyping of optical subassemblies specifically for fiber-to-the-chip applications.
Responsible for the expert selection and thorough evaluation of optical components to ensure optimal performance.
Design and develop new products and processes and effectively manage their transition from prototype to production.
Conduct comprehensive testing and characterization of optical interconnects to ensure quality and efficiency.
Provide robust support for the development of fiber-optical modules and components.
Compose detailed technical reports and specifications to document design processes, testing results, and product specifications.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the optical communications, semiconductor, or photonic components industry, with a proven track record in innovation and product development.
Hands-on experience in setting up and operating both semi-automated and automated assembly stations.
Thorough understanding and practical expertise in the manufacturing processes of optical components, with a focus on quality and efficiency.
Solid foundational knowledge of telecommunication laser sources, detectors, and optical fibers, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a practical setting.
Demonstrated expertise in mechanical design, thermal modeling, and precision placement, with a focus on application in the optical engineering field.
Proficiency in CAD design, specifically with ProE or similar software, with the ability to create and modify complex designs.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel for data analysis and presentation.
Experience in quality management of processes (Six sigma)
Experience in software programming (e.g. C, C++, Matlab, Labview, Phyton)
Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
Ability to contribute innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
Occasional travel may be required for collaborations or conferences.

Skills

Optical systems development
Optical components development
Optical applications development
Optical interconnect solutions
High-performance datacenter applications
Artificial intelligence
Optical compute networks
Product design
Process design
Testing solutions
Optical connectors
Optical components
Subassemblies
Optical fiber to integrated photonics interfaces
Fiber-to-the-chip applications
Component selection and evaluation
Prototype to production transition
Testing and characterization
Fiber-optical modules
Technical reporting
Specification documentation
Semi-automated assembly
Automated assembly
Manufacturing processes
Quality and efficiency
Telecommunication laser sources
Detectors
Optical fibers
Mechanical design
Thermal modeling
Precision placement
CAD design
ProE
Microsoft Office
Excel
Six sigma
C
C++
Matlab
Labview
Phyton

Location

Berlin-Adlershof, Germany

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

3-5 years

Education Level

Master's Degree or similar in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics or related discipline

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses
Long-term incentive programs
Company-funded retirement plan
Paid leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Recognition program

About the Company

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science.
Technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Optical Communications segment has 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.
Segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network.
Carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications.
Enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Equal Opportunity

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.