Controls Engineering Technician

Corning•Corning, NY

58d•$58,614 - $80,594

About The Position

The Controls Technician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other electrical and mechanical components. This role requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to ensure the seamless operation of our systems.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in electrical/controls engineering, automation, or a related field.
2 years of experience in a Controls Technician or similar role in industrial automation or building systems.
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.).
Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, PROFIBUS).
Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and mechanical systems.
Skilled with troubleshooting tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.

Nice To Haves

AAS Electrical Technology
Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) or equivalent.
Experience with UPS and Generator backed systems.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and program control systems and equipment, including wiring, sensors, and actuators.
Ensure proper integration of automation devices into existing systems.
Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on control systems.
Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues in control systems.
Monitor system performance and recommend necessary adjustments or upgrades.
Program and modify PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) to meet operational needs.
Calibrate and configure control devices such as temperature controllers, pressure sensors, and other instrumentation.
Troubleshoots infrastructure equipment, systems and processes when required to ensure uninterrupted customer supply.
Works with Quality and Engineering to document repairs/changes made to equipment and/or electrical infrastructure.
Identifies critical spare parts to have on-hand to prevent extended downtime.
Procures replacement equipment in support of the facilities and promoting the innovation process.
Ability to troubleshoot to the component level.
Work closely with union trades, subcontractors and across all levels and organizations.
Self-starter and motivated to complete the task at hand.
Ability to multi-task.
Works independently with minimal supervision.
Provides technical support to engineering team.

Benefits

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.

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