Controls Engineer

Corning • Newton, NC

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for its innovations that push boundaries. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of optical solutions. This role serves as an electrical controls resource for process improvement, cost reduction, and capital expansion projects, managing the electrical and controls scope of assigned projects. The position involves leading or participating in project teams and supporting daily manufacturing operations by providing technical support to the plant’s various control systems.

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated controls aptitude
• Ability to debug and monitor PLC code – ladder logic.
• Experience with Allen Bradley controllers and associated hardware including PLC and I/O devices, motion control, various communication protocols, field wiring and disconnect devices.
• 2 years of manufacturing experience
• 1 year minimum experience with various electro-mechanical devices (i.e. servo motors, valves and sensing devices)
• Good problem-solving skills. Ability to reach first principles understanding.
• Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes.

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.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension benefit
• Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Family building support
• Fitness
• Company-paid life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Disease management programs
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level