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About the Role

Corning's Optical Communications segment is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer for its Tech-Center in Berlin-Adlershof, Germany. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global team on cutting-edge optical interconnect technologies for AI applications and high-performance datacenters.

Responsibilities

Drive innovation in globally significant projects focused on advancing optical interconnect technologies.
Lead the design, development, and prototyping of optical subassemblies, with a focus on fiber-to-chip integration.
Translate customer and market requirements into robust product concepts and engineering solutions.
Validate product performance through advanced simulations, lab testing, and iterative prototyping.
Ensure all designs meet applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and design teams to align product features with user needs and business goals.
Facilitate and contribute to design reviews, risk assessments (e.g., FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support seamless transition of designs into scalable manufacturing processes.
Document design processes, test results, and product specifications in clear, comprehensive technical reports.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the fiber-optic communications, photonic semiconductors, or optical components industry, with a proven track record in successful product developments and new product introductions.
Thorough understanding and practical expertise in the manufacturing processes of optical components, with a focus on quality and design for manufacturing (DFM).
Solid foundational knowledge of optical fibers and connectors for datacenter applications.
Demonstrated expertise in optical design, mechanical design, material properties, and precision assembly, with a focus on applications in the optical components field.
Proficiency in CAD and optical simulation tools, specifically with ProE, Ansys Interconnect, Zemax 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.
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

Fiber-optic communications
Photonic semiconductors
Optical components industry
Product development
New product introductions
Manufacturing processes of optical components
Quality
Design for manufacturing (DFM)
Optical fibers
Connectors for datacenter applications
Optical design
Mechanical design
Material properties
Precision assembly
CAD
Optical simulation tools
ProE
Ansys Interconnect
Zemax
Microsoft Office
Excel
Six-Sigma Green Belt
Software programming (e.g. C, C++, Matlab, Labview, Phyton)
English (spoken and written)
German language skills

Location

Berlin-Adlershof, Germany

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Minimum of 5 years’ experience

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.
Our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Our 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.
This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network.

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.