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Controls Engineer

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Date: Jun 10, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75570

 

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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.​   

 

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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

 

Member of cross-functional engineering team that provides R&D labs and/or pilot operations with process/automation controls equipment support from concept generation and development, design / build, system integration through debug and start-up.  Provides customer focused engineering service to the technical community within S&T.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Design and integrate PLC process and automation controls equipment into research and development environment
  • Provide equipment and process support as needed throughout the facility
  • Specify electrical and control components, wires, cables, and instrumentation
  • Define requirements and produce a scope of work for controls project needs from a variety of sources within R&D to provide the best solution at the best cost and quality
  • Actively participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation and start-up support
  • Communicate with stakeholders to refine project scope and to share progress toward project milestones
  • Develop system documentation, including machine specifications
  • Identify and lead improvements to existing process/automated control systems
  • Follow electrical safety requirements and equipment safety standards
  • Present technical updates to peers and in public forums
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Required Education 

 

  • BS in Electrical/Power/Automation Engineering or Engineering Technology
  • 1-5 years of controls experience
  • Have a strong inclination toward machine/process control
  • Software/Controls programming experience with PLC’s, HMI’s (hardware/software), SCADA especially Rockwell, Beckoff
  • Experience with HMI and SCADA systems primarily FT View, Optix
  • Well versed in electrical engineering principles
  • Understanding of PID and advanced control implementation
  • Capability to design, develop and deliver fully integrated machine and motion control, automation, and process machine systems to R&D
  • Understanding of electrical panel layout, schematic design, ladder logic programming, and system testing and troubleshooting.  Basic drafting skills
  • Familiarity of logic-based programming. PLC and IEC base programming structure including ladder logic, function blocks, structured text, and sequential flowchart desirable
  • Familiar with Machine Safety Design principles per ISO 13849 -1&2

Desired Experiences

 

  • Controls/Electrical Experience in Manufacturing
  • Project management skills (e.g. scoping, budgeting, timelines MS Project)
  • Experience with directing and coordinating trades
  • Ability to lead technical teams as part of a larger project

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $71,067.00 - $97,718.00 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. 

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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 accommodations@corning.com.


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