Engineer, Controls

Corning Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 71,067 - 97,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

Health and well-being benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to oversee automation projects in manufacturing. The role requires a BS in engineering and offers travel across North America.

Engineers will utilize PLC programming and AI technologies to enhance manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include system design and troubleshooting, ensuring high-quality outcomes aligned with industry standards.

Corning provides a competitive compensation package, prioritizing employee well-being and career growth.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of fundamental engineering and control systems principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver robust automation and process machine systems.
• Participate in the development of control architectures.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Skills

Fundamental engineering principles

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Exposure to PLCs

Control systems design

Education

BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

PLC programming tools

AI coding assistants

Job description

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

Engineers in the Manufacturing Technology & Engineering division work in a vibrant and dynamic environment. Our engineers travel extensively throughout North America, primarily on the East Coast of the U.S., to various manufacturing facilities. Engineers work on assigned projects in support of the engineering portfolios of all divisions. Corning, NY is the home base, although some projects will be completed locally.

Frequently, our engineers work within manufacturing facilities on process engineering, equipment design and installation, measurement systems, and software applications for manufacturing. In this role, you will serve as an electrical controls resource for manufacturing process improvement and capital expansion projects. You will manage the electrical and controls scope of assigned projects. Project focus will be the implementation of PLC‑based automation in Corning's manufacturing plants and processes.

This role combines traditional PLC programming expertise with modern AI technologies to improve development speed, code quality, troubleshooting, and documentation.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Be assigned to engineering project teams responsible for delivering robust, cost‑effective automation and process machine systems to Corning’s manufacturing plants and processes.
• Work with project teams to solve difficult automation problems, resolve project‑related issues, and develop a fundamental understanding of technical and process requirements critical to system success.
• Participate in the development of control architectures, control functional specifications, and system integration requirements that satisfy process and manufacturing needs.
• Actively participate in all phases of the project, including design, fabrication, offline integration and testing, installation, production startup support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.
• Report on project activities on a predetermined basis and ensure results meet customer requirements as well as applicable national and international equipment design standards.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation applications.
• Use AI tools to assist in generating PLC code, logic sequences, function blocks, alarms, and documentation.
• Review, validate, and test AI‑generated PLC code to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Develop control strategies for automated equipment, machinery, and production processes.
• Create and maintain electrical/control documentation, including I/O lists, sequence of operations, and functional descriptions.
• Perform system integration with sensors, actuators, drives, robots, and third‑party equipment.
• Conduct simulation, commissioning, startup, and on‑site troubleshooting.
• Optimize existing PLC programs for performance, maintainability, and downtime reduction.
• Ensure all code adheres to company standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and project teams to deliver automation solutions.
• Train team members on proper use of AI tools in PLC programming workflows.

Required Skills

• Solid understanding of fundamental engineering and control systems principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and processes quickly.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Exposure to PLCs (such as Rockwell or Siemens) and/or embedded platforms such as Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
• Exposure to control systems design, programming, and closed‑loop control concepts.

Desired Skills

• Interest in working in a manufacturing environment; prior manufacturing exposure is a plus.
• Exposure to robotics.
• Experience with PID controls and control loop tuning.
• Ability to interpret and modify electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with industrial networking and basic network addressing.
• Familiarity with version control, code documentation, and testing practices.
• Experience using AI coding assistants, generative AI tools, or automation development tools.
• Experience with simulation tools, digital twins, or virtual commissioning.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast‑paced, innovative environments.

Education and Experience

Minimum required for consideration:

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science, or a related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of electrical/controls experience.

Travel Requirements

• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $71,067.00–$97,718.00 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] .