Controls Engineer

Date: Aug 16, 2024

Location: Wilmington, NC, US, 28405

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64500

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

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.

Scope of Postition

Controls Engineer responsible for working within multi-discipline teams to develop new optical fiber manufacturing equipment targeted at improved product attributes, reduced cost, or increased manufacturing output of optical fiber.

Key Responsibilities

• Use established fundamentals of electrical and controls engineering to identify concepts for control of manufacturing equipment; and design, build and test selected concepts as an individual and in teams to enable improved and new manufacturing equipment and processes

• Specify, integrate, test, and validate controls hardware and software

• Collaborate with equipment design, processing equipment deployment, and manufacturing receivers during later stages of technology development

Qualifications

• B.S. Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics engineering, or Similar, with 3 + years manufacturing experience working with process and automation equipment or M.S Electrical/Controls Engineering, with applicable co-op and/or internship experience OR 7 + years applicable Corning controls and electrical experience working with manufacturing process and/or automation equipment

• Understanding of basic electrical theory and instrumentation including meters, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, etc.

• Control system (PLC, motion control, safety devices, high level languages) programming capability

• Demonstrated capability to integrate field devices for flow control, motion control, temperature control, and associated safety systems into an overall controls package

• Familiarity with electrical system design including control panel layouts, component selection, and schematics

• Strong experimental, instrumentation, control, and analytic skills to ensure data produced is valid and traceable

• Self-starter with strong independent work ethic, attention to detail, organized and excellent communication skills

• Ability to work interactively with cross functional teams with ties to Research and Early-Stage Development and Manufacturing

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge/experience in materials processing equipment

• Experience with AC/DC motors & drives, SCR elements, and/or other electrical systems

• Capable of providing solutions which require current and advanced control theory

• Strong background in electrical control systems, PLC’s and microcontrollers

• Familiarity with distributed control and I/O

• Operational skills to execute test plans & calibration procedures

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $83,948.00 - $115,429.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Wilmington