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Automation Engineer

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Date: Dec 11, 2025

Location: Glendale, AZ, US, 85301

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 72109

 

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, and automotive 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 

 

Role Purpose

The Automation Engineer will play a key role in optimizing and maintaining advanced automation systems within our solar manufacturing operations. This position focuses on programming, troubleshooting, and improving robotic and PLC-controlled equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency. Working extensively with ABB robotic systems, the engineer will enhance control logic, implement hardware improvements, and support automation upgrades that enable scalable, high-performance production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, program, and troubleshoot automated control systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA) across multiple production lines.
  • Work extensively with ABB robots and other automation equipment to improve performance and reliability.
  • Analyze and optimize PLC logic, implement changes to improve equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
  • Support hardware improvements and automation upgrades to enhance system capabilities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Process, Equipment, Maintenance, Quality) to identify automation opportunities and implement cost-effective solutions.
  • Lead or support installation and commissioning of new equipment and automation systems.
  • Perform root cause analysis of recurring automation issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including electrical diagrams, control logic, and SOPs.
  • Train maintenance and production personnel on system operations and troubleshooting.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical and safety codes and company standards.
  • Provides day-to-day problem solving support to production, development and research operations
  • Trains operators and trades personnel on new equipment and processes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
  • 3+ years of automation engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial networking.
  • Hands-on experience with ABB robotic systems.
  • Familiarity with sensors, actuators, servo systems, and machine vision systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.

 

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in high-speed, high-precision automated production systems.
  • Prior work in solar cell/module manufacturing or other clean energy technologies.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Mandarin language skills for collaboration with global suppliers and technical partners.

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 


The range for this position is $88,059.00 - $121,082.00 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. 

 

Some benefits are offered only at participating locations. Candidates will be informed during the interview process if offerings differ at their location.

 

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.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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