Senior Controls Engineer

Overview

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our Optical Communications segment is a provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry, with two main product groupings: carrier network and enterprise network.

Requisition Number: 73215

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. Join us to help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. Come break through with us.

• Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.
• Design and implement new control systems projects.
• Mentor and train junior controls engineers.
• 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 deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning’s facility.
• Participate in all phases of projects including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.

• Nominal working hours are M – F, 8 AM – 5 PM.
• Provide off hours support on a rotating schedule.
• Travel: less than 1%.
• Location:
  
  not specified in this description.

• BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 4+ years of manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience.

• Experience in programming of Allen Bradley Control Logix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code – ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram.
• Experience in programming or providing engineering level production support for 6-axis robotic systems (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, etc.).
• Able to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2021 for systems design including control panel layouts, component documentation, and schematics. Prepare initial CAD design layouts of both complete electrical controls systems and control sub-sections. Review electrical drawing packages for conformance to Corning standards.
• Ability to understand process issues using sound troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems in a plant environment with higher level communications protocols.
• Strong understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, and communication protocols.
• Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes, following NEC, NFPA, and other safety codes. Ensure safety procedures such as Lock-Out Tag-Out are followed.
• Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues.
• Capable of executing project assignments in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
• Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion.

• Entrepreneurial, visionary, and knowledge of legacy controls equipment, networks, and software.
• Experience with OSI PI (historian) interface.
• Beckhoff PLC experience.
• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $ - $ assuming full time status. Starting pay is dependent on factors including geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions; 401(k) with employer matching; total retirement contributions can range from 7% to 12% of pay.
• Health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family-building support, fitness, life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and EAP.
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward contributions.

Corning is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants in accordance with applicable laws. To request accommodations related to disability or religion, please contact