Controls Engineer

Location: Wilmington
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 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. Purpose of position: In this role you will lead and/or participate on project teams to develop new manufacturing technology for the purposes of reducing cost, increasing capacity and/or improving products while utilizing fundamental understanding. Day-to-Day responsibilities: Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operation and actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects. Apply engineering fundamentals to improve capability, reduce costs, and maintain performance of production equipment/processes. Project management and engineering development for new automation equipment related to fiber handling, measurements, and winding. Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts. Develop and maintain systems to monitor and proactively address equipment/process performance, including trend analysis and implementation plans. Identify root causes of reoccurring issues, and aid in the transfer of responsibilities to MET (Mfg Excellence Teams) and Production. Develop or receive new technologies to improve process capability while ensuring proper processes are followed during transfer. Develop and update engineering and operations documentation. Provide training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes. Work with multi-disciplined production teams to drive equipment/process standardization and continuous improvements. Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: • Monday-Friday. Overtime is not uncommon and is expected at times, however the amount and duration will vary as a function of business needs. Occasional on-call responsibilities will be required. Minimum Qualifications BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical or other Engineering discipline with relevant project/technical experience Electrical controls experience in automation/robotics/manufacturing Manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment Strong data analysis skills Ability to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively Decision making and prioritization Communication skills including presentations to peers and supervisors Desired Skills: Experience with PI process books and statistical control Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface Beckhoff PLC experience Programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $68,419.00 - $117,596.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO. Corning Puts YOU First! We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs. Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities. Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals. 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. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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