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Senior Control Systems Engineer

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Date: Jul 29, 2026

Location: Shanghai, SH, CN, 200031

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75772

 

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Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise.  We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Key Responsibilities:

    • Perform electrical design activities for automation control Systems, including hardware selection, system architecture, and review of electrical schematic drawings.

    • Develop control software by defining software functional specifications and programming PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

    • Participate in automation projects such as capital expansion, new technology development, solution migration, and process control improvement.

    • Engage in all phases of the project lifecycle, from system design to installation, commissioning, start-up, training, and technology transfer.

    • Utilize advanced skills in PLC, HMI, SCADA, automation integration, and data communication as required by each project.

    • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge in automation controls systems to develop control logic and flow.

    • Willingness to travel and provide weekend or shift coverage as needed for projects.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Electronics, Industrial Automation, Control Engineering, Mechatronics, Power Systems, Measurement & Instrumentation, or Computer Engineering.
  • 3+ years of working experience as control/electrical engineer in customized machinery or automation equipment company
  • Experience living, studying, working and/or extended traveling outside of home country or working with international teams is a plus
  • Diversity of experience or background is a plus
  • 3+ years hands-on control systems hardware and software integration system design
  • 3+ years hands-on PLC/HMI (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens, CODESYS.) experience
  • Familiarity with PLC, HMI, VFD, and servo system programming, iFix SCADA development, and system integration.
  • Familiar with programming using standardized PLC code libraries
  • Familiar with Electrical Safety system design and implementation
  • Familiar with industrial field communication protocols (RS232/RS485, CC Link, Ethernet/IP, TCP/IP etc.)
  • Fundamental understanding of classical control – PID, Servo/Motion Controls
  • Strictly follow safety procedures and ensure awareness, such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Proficiency in various PLC and HMI systems, such as Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens, CODESYS

  • Experience in computer languages for industrial control, such as C, C++, C#, VBA, Python, etc., for complete system development.

  • Knowledge of advanced control algorithms, such as MIMO, IMC, MPC development with MATLAB or Python.

  • Experience in industrial data systems with SQL databases.

  •  Proficiency in electrical drawing skills, such as AutoCAD and EPLAN.

  • Understanding of industrial process concepts and other Manufacturing Excellence skills, such as DMAIC, KT, FMEA, SIPOC, and Project Management skills.

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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