Senior Controls Technician

Senior Controls Technician

Date: Oct 19, 2026

Location: Wilmington, NC, US, 28405

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 78769

**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.

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking a Senior Controls Technician to join our Research and Development team in Wilmington, NC. This role is responsible for developing and improving control systems for optical fiber manufacturing equipment and implementing new technological solutions - working closely with equipment engineers and processing deployment teams across all stages of technology development.

Key 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 all stages of technology development

• Provide support for the startup of new equipment and processes

• Develop training materials and documentation to support the transfer of new control systems and equipment

• Document actions, testing results, observations, final project results, and research findings

Additional Information

• Location: Wilmington, NC

• Hours: 40+hours/week

• Travel: <15% Domestic and International

Experiences/Education - Required

• An associate degree in Electrical, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering Technology preferred.

• 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

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience drafting scope 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

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,719.00 - $97,239.00 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.

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Wilmington