Senior Electrical Controls Technician

Corning, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses and long-term Incentiv

100% company-paid pension with 401(k)

Health and family benefits (medical,",

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Corning, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the deployment, commissioning, and startup of manufacturing equipment in a fast-moving, cross-functional team. This role interfaces with external system integrators and machine builders at domestic and international sites.

You will lead installation planning, supervise trades, and troubleshoot complex equipment and process issues. Travel is expected during deployment phases, contributing to Corning's world-class optics and

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years in manufacturing equipment or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong background in equipment design and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems including analog/digital I/O, control sequences, failsafe definitions.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; travel may be full-time during deployment phases.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical discipline support in construction, testing, installation, and debugging of manufacturing equipment at domestic and international sites.
• Interface with system integrators and machine builders to deliver integrated process equipment on time and budget.
• Develop and execute equipment installation plans; supervise trades during installation phases.
• Lead troubleshooting for equipment and process issues during installation and startup; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support development of integrated industrial control systems for new equipment or modifications.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment experience

Electrical engineering background

Travel willingness

Industrial control systems familiarity

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (AS or BS)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

MS Office

Job description

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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.

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.

This position is in the Fiber Capital Programs (FCP) department within the Advanced Manufacturing Technology group (AMT) and is focused on equipment deployment, commissioning, and startup.You’ll work alongside a cross-functional project team, interfacing with system integrators and machine builders at domestic and international manufacturing sites. This is a high-impact, field-forward role for someone who thrives in fast-moving project environments and brings deep expertise in industrial controls and manufacturing equipment systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide electrical discipline support in the construction, testing, installation, and debug of manufacturing equipment systems at domestic and international sites
• Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to deliver fully integrated process equipment on time, on budget, and to defined performance standards
• Develop and execute detailed equipment installation plans; supervise contract trades groups during installation phases
• Lead troubleshooting for equipment and process issues during installation and startup; identify root causes and implement long-term corrective actions
• Support development of integrated industrial control systems for new manufacturing equipment and modifications to existing equipment

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment or manufacturing engineering
• Demonstrated technical background in equipment design, selection, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with industrial control systems including analog/digital I/O, control sequence logic, and failsafe state definitions
• Experience working with project plans and timelines in a manufacturing or construction environment
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally; travel may be full-time during active equipment deployment phases

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in optical fiber manufacturing (development, engineering, or operations)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar design tools; Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Project)
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or construction environment with a demonstrated focus on job site safety

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $70,719.00-$97,239.00 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 ofrace, 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 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] .