Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Date:
May 23, 2026

Location:

Winston-Salem, NC, US, 27107

Company:
Corning

Requisition Number: 72919

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. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network.

Serve as an electrical controls resource for process improvement, cost reduction and capital expansion projects. Manage electrical and controls scope of assigned projects. Lead/participate in project teams and support daily manufacturing operations by providing technical support to plant's various control systems.

• Provide high-quality electrical and process engineering-level by supporting various electrical and machine controls systems in a fast-paced, 24 x 7 manufacturing environment.
• Track daily production/quality metrics and plan reactionary measures as needed.
• Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts utilizing Six Sigma/SPC tools.
• Own performance of key attributes: develop and maintain tracking tools, report out on daily discrepancies, and manage long-term performance.
• Lead and/or work closely with technicians to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Provide incremental training on new equipment or process changes as needed to technicians or operations.
• Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues.
• Lead projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new products/processes
• Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects.
• Ensure all equipment and processes are safe to operate. Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed. Understanding of NEC and other pertinent safety codes.

• BS or MS in the following Engineering Disciplines:
  Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated controls aptitude
• Ability to debug and monitor PLC code – ladder logic.
• Highly motivated and strong electrical aptitude.
• Sound understanding of AC/DC electrical theory, and practical application thereof
• Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur.
• Good problem-solving skills. Ability to reach first principles understanding.
• Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, and/or PowerBI.
• Ability to generate and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes.
• Ability to participate on, or lead, project or process improvement teams by communicating with all levels of the organization.

• 2 years of manufacturing experience
• Experience and/or understanding of Six Sigma techniques
• Strong diagnostic skills on electro-mechanical systems
• Self-starter able to exceed expectations with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Extensive experience with various electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience with Allen Bradley controllers and associated hardware including: PLC and I/O devices, motion control, various communication protocols, field wiring and disconnect devices.
• Experience with various electro-mechanical devices (ie. servo motors, valves and sensing devices)
• Experience with industrial vision systems and scanning devices. Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software.

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