Digital Systems Engineer

Digital Systems Engineer

Date: May 18, 2026

Location: Keller, TX, US, 76248

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74848

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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.​  

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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.

Scope of Position

The Digital Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting digital systems that enable data-driven manufacturing operations across Corning’s external network. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, IT, and External Manufacturing teams to improve visibility, efficiency, quality, and decision-making through automation, analytics, and integrated manufacturing systems.

The position focuses on translating manufacturing and business needs into scalable digital solutions, while ensuring data integrity, system reliability, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Systems Enablement: Design, implement, and support digital manufacturing systems, tools, and applications that improve operational visibility, productivity, and performance.

• Data Integration & Automation: Develop and maintain automated workflows and data pipelines integrating quality, production, and supply chain data sources.

• Analytics & Reporting: Create dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to support KPI tracking, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and EMs.

• External Manufacturing Support: Partner with External Manufacturers to deploy standardized digital tools, ensure data alignment, and drive consistent reporting and performance measurement.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate manufacturing processes using digital technologies and best practices.

• System Ownership & Governance: Act as technical owner for assigned digital systems, ensuring data accuracy, documentation, validation, change management, and compliance with Corning standards.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and IT teams to define requirements and deliver effective digital solutions.

• Problem Solving & Support: Troubleshoot system issues, analyze data discrepancies, and provide timely resolution and user support.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with 0 - 5 years of experience in a related field.

• Experience supporting or developing manufacturing or industrial systems (digital manufacturing, automation, analytics, or information systems).

• Strong analytical skills with experience working with manufacturing data.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with data visualization, reporting, or analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL-based reporting).

• Experience with automation workflows (e.g., Power Automate, scripting, or system integrations).

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts.

• Experience working with or supporting External Manufacturers.

• Exposure to global manufacturing operations or multi-site environments.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $82,974.00 - $114,090.00 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.

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**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.

Nearest Major Market: Dallas

Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth