Sr. Controls Engineer

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Email jobs to me The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. 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. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. Purpose of the Position To lead and/or participate on project teams to develop new manufacturing technology for the purposes of reducing cost, increasing capacity and/or improving products while utilizing fundamental understanding. Responsibilities Manage the electrical and controls 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 successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning’s facility. Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer. Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors’ facilities. Work Hours and Schedule Nominal working hours are M – F, 8 AM – 5 PM. Informal 24/7 coverage for ad-hoc call-in support (1st Level Subject Matter Expert). Travel less than 5% Required Educations and Experience BSEE / BSCS with 4+ years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience. Required Skills Must have experience in programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems and higher. Ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code – ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram. Must have experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems programming in a plant environment including higher level communications protocols – Red Lion / GE IFIX. Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes. Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are followed at all times. Generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2015 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. Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro‑mechanical systems, Yaskawa VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application. Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues. Ability to reach fundamental understanding of process issues utilizing sound troubleshooting skills. Capable of executing project assignments, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision. Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion. Desired Skills Entrepreneurial (able to conceive and design a control system never before demonstrated). Visionary (understands the big picture and is able to project this view). Knowledge of legacy controls equipment, networks, and software. Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface. Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is$105,994.00-$145,743.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. 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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