Controls Engineer: Automation for Manufacturing

Corning; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Company-paid pension

401(k) with company contributions

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning seeks a Controls Engineer to design, build, and commission automation equipment within the OCS Technology Automation Development Group. You will collaborate with controls, mechanical, and project teams to deliver reliable systems that meet objectives and performance targets.

The role requires hands-on development, problem solving, and documentation, with emphasis on safety and compliance across stages of manufacturing automation.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for installation, startup, commissioning.
• Ability to read and mark up electrical drawings and schematics.
• Foundational electrical engineering knowledge: power distribution, machinery, safety.
• Familiar with NFPA 70E, NEC, UL 508A safety codes.
• Experience with industrial power up to 480 VAC.
• Proficient with hand tools, multimeters, electrical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into controls designs.
• Develop and maintain controls architecture documentation for stakeholders.
• Interface with vendors to source electrical components meeting objectives.
• Design and implement HMIs for control, monitoring, and feedback.
• Troubleshoot and modify equipment for development and commissioning.
• Support safety reviews and ensure adherence to standards and policies.
• Work with mechanical, tooling, programming, and electrical teams to deliver complete solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Power distribution

Industrial safety concepts

Reading electrical drawings

Hardware diagnostics

Programming (C#, C++, Python)

Industrial communication networks

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Omron Sysmac Studio

Job description

Corning seeks a Controls Engineer to design, build, and commission automation equipment within the OCS Technology Automation Development Group. You will collaborate with controls, mechanical, and project teams to deliver reliable systems that meet objectives and performance targets.

The role requires hands-on development, problem solving, and documentation, with emphasis on safety and compliance across stages of manufacturing automation.