Test and Qualification Lab Engineer

Role Purpose

Would you like to join a global leader in optical innovation, where your expertise can help improve the performance, reliability, and quality of next-generation fiber optic products?

What is your role?

As an Optical Test & Qualification Engineer, you will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of laboratory test methods, systems, and capabilities for fiber optic cable and connectivity products. This role is focused on optical metrology, test automation, data analysis, and laboratory engineering activities that help ensure accurate, reliable, and robust product testing. You will work closely with technical teams, laboratory leaders, and global engineering partners to strengthen testing capabilities and support product performance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and automate optical test systems for active and passive fiber optic products.
• Develop, validate, and improve test methods, calibration procedures, and laboratory processes to ensure measurement accuracy, repeatability, and reliability.
• Analyze test data, troubleshoot measurement or equipment issues, and document results, test plans, and technical reports.
• Support laboratory operations through technical collaboration, procedure updates, training support, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics, Telecommunications, Electronics, or a related engineering field.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering roles supporting optics, fiber optics, telecommunications products, or laboratory/test environments.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optics, optical engineering, and optical metrology principles.
• Experience developing or supporting laboratory test methods, test systems, or test equipment.
• Programming skills in LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools used for test automation and measurement systems.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret technical results and troubleshoot equipment or measurement issues.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken.

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.  

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.

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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.  

• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our 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. 

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 Ver el correo electrónico en corningjobs.corning.com .