Controls Engineer

Date: Nov 1, 2024

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65171

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.

• Design and implement new control systems projects.

• Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.

• Implement robust, cost effective automation and process machine control systems.

• Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning’s facility.

• Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer. Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors’ facilities.

Work Hours and Schedule:

• Nominal working hours are M – F, 8 AM – 5 PM.

• Informal 24/7 coverage for ad-hoc call-in support (3rd Level Subject Matter Expert).

Travel: less than 1%

Educations and Experience:

• BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 2+ years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience.

Required Skills:

• Must have experience in programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code

• Must be able to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2021 for systems design including control panel layouts, component documentation, and schematics. Prepare initial CAD design layouts of both complete electrical controls systems and control sub-sections. Review electrical drawing packages for conformance to Corning standards.

• Must have the ability to reach fundamental understanding of process issues utilizing sound troubleshooting skills.

• Must have experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems programming in a plant environment including higher level communications protocols.

• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application.

• Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes. Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed .

• Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues.

• Capable of executing project assignments, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision.

• Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion.

Desired Skills:

• Entrepreneurial (able to conceive and design a control system never demonstrated).

• Visionary (understands the big picture and can project this view).

• Knowledge of legacy controls equipment, networks, and software.

• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface.

• Beckhoff PLC experience.

• Experience with ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $85,524.00 - $117,596.00 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: Hickory