Electrical Engineering Technician

Corning Inc.; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

100% employer pension plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician – Systems Test to provide hands-on electrical support across optical assembly environments. You will troubleshoot motor control, cabling, wiring harness issues, and aid with new bench builds and NPI tasks.

Responsibilities include diagnosing circuit problems, fabricating wiring harnesses, testing communications interfaces, and supporting PLC troubleshooting. A strong background in electronics and cleanroom work is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent).
• 3+ years hands-on electrical technician experience in a low-volume, high-mix environment.
• Strong circuit troubleshooting with multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers.
• Soldering and rework proficiency (through-hole, SMT, fine-pitch).
• Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and pinout documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on electrical support for daily production and test bench operations.
• Troubleshoot servo/stepper motor systems, motion controllers, encoders, and feedback devices.
• Diagnose circuit-level issues on production and test equipment.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair wiring harnesses and assemblies.
• Create and redline wiring diagrams, schematics, and pinout documentation.
• Support NPI activities requiring electrical assembly, integration, and validation.
• Collaborate with engineers and production leadership; maintain 5S/housekeeping.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Soldering & rework

AC/DC power distribution

Servo/stepper motors

Motion controllers

Encoders & feedback devices

PID tuning

Reading wiring diagrams

Cleanroom operations

Documentation

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical assembly support

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Galil

Newport

Aerotech/Delta Tau/ACS

GPIB/RS-232/485/USB/Ethernet/TCP-IP/EtherCAT

Job description

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.

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Scope of Position:

The Electrical Engineering Technician – Systems Test provides hands‑on electrical and electromechanical support for optical assembly and test operations across both Class 100 (Molecular Cleanroom) and Class 10,000 cleanroom environments. This role is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving motor control, cabling, wiring harness, and instrumentation issues on custom metrology benches and production equipment. The technician will support daily production and test bench operations, occasionally assist with new product introduction (NPI) and new bench builds, and provide infrequent support to other departments.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Provide hands‑on electrical technical support for daily production and test bench operations, including rapid response to motor control, cable, and wiring harness issues
• Troubleshoot and repair servo/stepper motor systems, motion controllers, encoders, and feedback devices
• Diagnose circuit‑level issues on production and test equipment
• Fabricate, modify, and repair cable and wiring harness assemblies
• Perform cable testing including continuity, hi-pot, and insulation resistance verification
• Create and redline wiring diagrams, schematics, and pinout documentation
• Support new bench builds and NPI activities requiring electrical assembly, integration, and validation
• Troubleshoot data acquisition and instrumentation interfaces (GPIB, RS‑232/485, USB, Ethernet/TCP‑IP, EtherCAT)
• Support PLC troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley, Beckhoff, or similar) and interpret ladder logic as needed
• Perform soldering and rework activities to IPC‑A‑610 / J‑STD‑001 standards
• Address power distribution, grounding, shielding, and EMI/ESD mitigation concerns
• Provide occasional electrical support to other departments as needed
• Collaborate closely with assemblers, test technicians, engineers (electrical, mechanical, optical, software), and production leadership
• Maintain housekeeping standards and support autonomous maintenance of work areas and equipment
• Demonstrate flexibility to support off‑shift production needs when required
• Follow and promote safe work practices, cleanroom protocols, ESD controls, and laser safety practices (ANSI Z136) where applicable

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent military/technical training)
• 3+ years of hands‑on electrical technician experience, preferably in a low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing or R&D environment
• Strong circuit troubleshooting skills using multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers
• Proficiency with soldering and rework, including through‑hole, surface mount (SMT), and fine‑pitch work
• Working knowledge of AC/DC power distribution, grounding, shielding, and EMI/ESD mitigation
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting servo and stepper motor systems including drives, encoders, and controllers
• Familiarity with motion controllers such as Galil, Newport, and similar (Aerotech, ACS, Delta Tau, etc.)
• Experience with motion feedback devices — encoders (incremental/absolute), resolvers, limit/home switches
• Working knowledge of PID tuning, homing routines, and diagnosing following errors
• Understanding of linear stages, rotary stages, and piezo actuators used in optical setups
• Experience fabricating wiring harnesses including crimping, pinning, and connector assembly (D‑sub, circular MIL‑spec, Molex, JST, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and pinout documentation
• Willingness to work in cleanroom production environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple concurrent issues across benches and drive issues to closure
• Self‑starter with a strong troubleshooting mindset and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• IPC‑A‑610, J‑STD‑001, and/or IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 certifications
• PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen‑Bradley, Beckhoff, or similar) and ability to read ladder logic
• Experience with communication protocols including serial, TCP/IP, Modbus, EtherCAT, and CANbus
• Understanding of signal integrity fundamentals including noise reduction, differential signaling, and cable routing best practices
• Familiarity with HMI / SCADA systems
• Prior experience working in cleanroom environments (Class 100 / Class 10,000)
• Familiarity with optical test equipment (interferometers, autocollimators, lasers)
• Experience with sensors such as photodiodes, thermistors, RTDs, thermocouples, and load cells
• Familiarity with basic pneumatics and vacuum systems
• Experience writing and updating work instructions and troubleshooting guides
• Familiarity with root cause analysis methodologies (5-Why, fishbone, 8D)
• Basic scripting experience in Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB for supporting test scripts
• Laser safety awareness (ANSI Z136)

Travel Requirements:

< 5%. Typical travel includes special training/networking opportunities and potential vendor visits.

Hours of work:

Typical first shift production hours, M-F, 8am-5pm. Evening and weekend support as needed.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $59,709.00-$82,100.00 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.

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, we provide a 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well‑being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company‑paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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.

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.

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] .