Senior Controls Technician
Corning•City of Corning, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Performs a variety of technical duties and activities as a part of the Fiber Applied Research and Development (AR&D) controls engineering group, including support of on-going operations for process control systems and pollution abatement systems. There will also be opportunities to assist with on-going capital projects related to upgrades to existing process control systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years experience in technician roles OR Associates degree in Electrical Technology, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years experience in technician role.
- Understanding of electrical panel layout, schematic development, and system testing/troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text).
- Familiarity with sensors and process instrumentation (thermocouples, flow meters/controllers, level sensors, etc.).
- Willingness to learn new skills and gain a deeper understanding of processes.
- Strong technical communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Technical problem solving experience, critical thinking, and data-based decision making skills.
Nice To Haves
- Electrical schematic development with AutoCAD Electrical software.
- Experience with FactoryTalk View HMI Systems.
- Familiarity with VFD functionality and experience with VFD troubleshooting.
- Understanding of PID control theory.
- Familiarity with the fiber glassmaking process.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70/79 electrical standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Documentation and/or technical report writing experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide technician-level controls support to on-going operations in various fiber manufacturing process areas.
- Develop SOPs, system documentation, and electrical schematics for new and existing process equipment.
- Independently troubleshoot issues with legacy equipment.
- Add as-desired functionality to existing process control systems for product development.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
