Controls Engineer

Corning•Town of Canton, NY

9d•$71,067 - $97,718•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for its innovation across various markets including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar. The company is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing, supporting, and troubleshooting control systems for manufacturing tools and test benches, ensuring production continuity and supporting new equipment installations and upgrades. The engineer will also be involved in software development for PLCs and HMIs, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Minimimum Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated controls aptitude or similar discipline
0 – 3 years of manufacturing experience
Ability to debug and monitor PLC code – ladder logic
Sound understanding of AC/DC electrical theory, and practical application thereof
Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, and/or Power BI
Ability to generate and interpret electrical drawings
Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes.
Up to 25% including regional and international travel required
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Internship experience
Ability to participate on, or lead, project or process improvement teams by communicating with all levels of the organization
Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur
Good problem-solving skills. Ability to reach first principles understanding
Highly motivated and strong electrical aptitude
Experience and/or understanding of Six Sigma techniques
Strong diagnostic skills on electro-mechanical systems
Self-starter able to exceed expectations with a minimal amount of supervision
Experience with various electro-mechanical systems
Experience with Allen Bradley controllers and associated hardware including: PLC and I/O devices, motion control, various communication protocols, field wiring and disconnect devices
Experience with various electro-mechanical devices (i.e. servo motors, valves and sensing devices)
Experience with industrial vision systems and scanning devices
Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software

Responsibilities

Design, modify, and support PLC‑based control systems for manufacturing tools and test benches.
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Implement controls solutions supporting motion systems, lasers, vision systems, and process equipment typical of AO operations.
Serve as a primary technical resource for controls‑related equipment and test bench issues in Canton.
Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and software issues to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
Support new equipment installation, upgrades, and replication of legacy or obsolete control systems.
Support system integration activities such as FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ start-ups, as well as staff training for process machines and material handling systems. Identification of critical parts, PM and document creation.
Coordinate effectively with external partners, including machine builders, system integrators, and suppliers—to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of equipment that meets performance criteria.
Develop and maintain PLC and HMI code.
Implement recipes, interlocks, alarms, and basic data logging as required.
Modify existing code to support evolving process and production needs.
Design and implement machine safety and interlock circuits in alignment with Corning and regulatory requirements.
Participate in safety reviews and ensure controls systems meet applicable standards.
Promote safe operation and reliable equipment performance.
Work closely with mechanical engineers, process engineers, technicians, and operations staff in Canton.
Communicate progress, results, and technical risks clearly.
Exercise sound judgment on task ownership versus escalation.