Controls Engineer

Corning•Hickory, NC

11d•$88,834 - $122,148•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of automated control systems within our fiber optic cable manufacturing plant. They will troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automation, implement process improvements, ensure the safety and efficiency of all control systems, and ensure the seamless integration and functionality of equipment. Additionally, they will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand process needs and propose innovative solutions. Knowledge of PLC programming, HMI, SCADA systems is required. This role is crucial in enhancing our manufacturing capabilities and efficiency, contributing significantly to our overall operational success.

Requirements

BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 2+ years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering disciplines will be considered with relevant work experience.
Must be able to modify and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD.
Knowledge of PLC programming, HMI, SCADA systems is required.

Nice To Haves

Entrepreneurial (able to conceive and design a control system never demonstrated).
Experience in programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code – ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagram.
Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes. Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed.
Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application.
Visionary (understands the big picture and can project this view).
Knowledge of legacy controls equipment, networks, and software.
Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface.
Must have experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems programming in a plant environment including higher level communications protocols.

Responsibilities

Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.
Design and implement new control systems projects.
Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
Implement robust, cost effective automation and process machine control systems.
Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning’s facility.
Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.
Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors’ facilities.
Maintain and Practice Corning Values.
Consider safety implications in all decisions.
When applicable consider input and review data with SMEs.
Make sound engineering; data driven decisions.
Communicate and document changes.