Senior Controls Technician

Corning•Wilmington, NC

5d•$70,719 - $97,239

About The Position

Corning is seeking a Senior Controls Technician to join its Research and Development team in Wilmington, North Carolina. The role develops and improves control systems for optical fiber manufacturing equipment and implements new technological solutions in collaboration with equipment engineers and processing deployment teams throughout technology development. The technician supports the design, installation, and troubleshooting of control systems for development equipment; installs and troubleshoots controls capabilities and measurement instrumentation on industrial equipment; and helps start up new equipment and processes. The role also develops training materials and documentation to transfer new control systems and equipment, and documents actions, testing results, observations, project results, and research findings. The position is listed at 40+ hours per week and requires less than 15% domestic and international travel. Immigration sponsorship is not available. The stated salary range is $70,719 to $97,239, with starting pay depending on job-related factors.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in a technical field.
PLC experience, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, modifying, and supporting PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical drawings.
Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar design software.
Excellent people skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in Electrical, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering Technology is preferred.
Experience drafting scopes of work for electrical installation teams and managing teams through project completion.
Familiarity with safety and electrical codes related to industrial equipment and electrical installations.
Experience with computer-based data collection and analysis tools such as PI.
Experience using diagnostic testing equipment.

Responsibilities

Support the design, installation, and troubleshooting of control systems for development equipment.
Design, install, and troubleshoot new controls capabilities and measurement instrumentation on industrial equipment.
Collaborate with equipment design engineers, processing equipment deployment teams, and manufacturing receivers throughout technology development.
Support the startup of new equipment and processes.
Develop training materials and documentation to support transfer of new control systems and equipment.
Document actions, testing results, observations, final project results, and research findings.

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan; total company retirement contributions can reach 7% to 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid parental leave and family-building support.
Fitness benefits.
Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
Disease management programs.
Paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.