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Electrical Controls Technician - R&D Facilities

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Date: May 15, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75068

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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician – R&D Facilities to support electrical, controls, and automation systems at our Sullivan Park location in Painted Post, NY. This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on the installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, maintenance, and support of control systems serving research labs, building infrastructure, and specialized equipment.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a unique R&D environment where systems are often customized to support experimental processes and specialized research needs. You will gain broad exposure to building automation systems, control panels, instrumentation, PLC-controlled equipment, and process support, while partnering closely with engineers and senior technicians. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, problem solving, and learning across a wide range of control systems, this is a strong opportunity to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and control systems that support facility operations and R&D equipment
Monitor and support building automation systems, including basic diagnostics and maintenance activities
Build, wire, and assemble control panels, including component installation and layout support
Perform point-to-point wiring and follow standards for labeling, routing, and termination
Support startup and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment, including I/O validation
Assist with calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation signals, including 4–20 mA, 0–10 VDC, thermocouples, and RTDs
Perform system checkout, point-to-point verification, and support point-to-graphic validation
Support BAS controller wiring, addressing, commissioning, and checkout
Assist with heating systems and PID control loop support
Read and interpret electrical schematics and assist with drawing redlines and updates
Work closely with engineers and senior technicians to complete project work and improve system reliability

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree or above OR technical training in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field
Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics
Troubleshooting experience with electrical or control systems

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with control panel wiring, assembly, or installation
Experience with instrumentation and industrial control signals
Exposure to PLCs, building automation systems, or related control systems
Exposure to heating systems, temperature controls, or PID loops

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $71,650.00 - $98,520.00 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 accommodations@corning.com.

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