Process Automation Supervisor

Process Automation Supervisor

Serve as working leader for group of automation and process engineers driving new equipment & system introductions, process improvements and cost reduction projects. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead team of Automation and Process engineers in the development startup, and scaleup of high volume discreet manufacturing equipment. 
• Develop and maintain learning plans for engineering team 
• Provide controls and mechanical engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions, cost reductions, maintenance, and productivity improvements.  
• Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to Corning’s plants on-time, on-budget, and that satisfy performance measures.  
• Actively participate / direct all phases of the project including design, fabrication, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel and sustainment.  
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems, Machine Vision), system integration, sensors and electro-mechanical devices.  
• Ensure all controls engineering projects are documented properly with electrical drawing packages conforming to Corning standards.  
• Work with project team to solve automation problems, resolve project related issues, and develop fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success  
• Individual must be capable of executing project assignments as well as managing projects, in a team based environment, with minimal supervision. 

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent 
• +5 years of experience 
• Demonstrated delivery of results through project and organizational leadership
• Experience in operations and/or engineering with progressive responsibilities
• Proven track record of team leadership and direct supervision 
• Ability to manage local team of engineers during development, startup, and scaleup of manufacturing processes 
• Fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, control systems integration, controls, architectures, electro-mechanical drive systems, and safety systems  
• Experience with programming PLCs and HMIs  
• Machine vision system experience  
• Robotics experience (Fanuc) 
• Ability to design and program motion control systems  
• Ability to understand and update electrical schematics  
• Ability to perform a machine safety risk assessment  
• Experienced in the preparation of controls drawings using AutoCAD software (or similar) or detailed equipment drawings using Solidworks (or similar) 
• Experienced in the design and troubleshooting of electrical control panels  
• Able to effectively communicate ideas and concepts to peers, subordinates and leadership within the organization and across organizational lines  
• Highly motivated, results oriented, and customer focused  
• Must be a team player in addition to making individual contributions 
• Project Management Skills  

Experiences/Education - Desired