Maintenance Automation Engineer

Corning; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Food coupons

Savings fund

Medical & dental coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning in Reynosa, Mexico, is seeking a Maintenance Automation Engineer to support the reliability and performance of automated manufacturing equipment. You will analyze downtime, plan preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs to improve uptime and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on experience with automated systems, plus strong collaboration and safety‑minded leadership. Corning offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Hands-on experience with automated manufacturing equipment in an industrial setting required.
• Read and interpret electrical/pneumatic diagrams; experience with PLCs and HMIs required.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and reliability improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze downtime and maintenance history to improve uptime, MTBF, MTTR.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities and TPM initiatives.
• Troubleshoot automation and controls issues with PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, and robots.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Technical leadership

Communication

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Omron

Job description

Requisition Number: 78487

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.

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Role Purpose

As a Maintenance Automation Engineer, you will support the reliability, maintenance, and performance of automated manufacturing equipment. You will help minimize downtime, strengthen preventive maintenance practices, and use technical analysis to improve equipment availability and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for someone who combines hands‑on troubleshooting skills with a data‑driven approach to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment downtime, failures, and maintenance history to improve uptime, MTBF, and MTTR
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities while supporting TPM and reliability initiatives
• Troubleshoot and diagnose automation and controls issues involving PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, drivers, and robots
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions, optimize equipment performance, and support improvement projects

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong experience working with automated manufacturing equipment in an industrial environment
• Hands‑on knowledge of PLCs and HMIs, including platforms such as Allen‑Bradley and Omron
• Experience troubleshooting industrial automation systems, including robots, motor drives, sensors, and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic diagrams
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, reliability analysis, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement tools
• Strong collaboration, technical leadership, and communication skills, with a proactive and safety‑focused mindset

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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long‑term financial goals.

• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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.

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 [e-mail].