Corning Incorporated · 10 hours ago
Senior Controls Engineer
Hickory, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $146K/yr
4+ years expCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to create and modify PLC programs, design control systems, and mentor junior engineers, while managing process improvement projects.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant
Design and implement new control systems projects
Mentor and train junior controls engineers
Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects
Implement robust, cost-effective automation and process machine control systems
Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning’s facility
Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer. Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors’ facilities
Qualification
Required
BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 4+ years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience
Experience in programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code – ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram
Experience in programming or providing engineering level production support for 6 axis robotic systems such as FANUC, ABB, KUKA, etc
Able to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2021 for systems design including control panel layouts, component documentation, and schematics. Prepare initial CAD design layouts of both complete electrical controls systems and control sub-sections. Review electrical drawing packages for conformance to Corning standards
Ability to reach fundamental understanding of process issues utilizing sound troubleshooting skills
Experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems programming in a plant environment including higher level communications protocols
Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application
Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes. Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed
Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues
Capable of executing project assignments, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision
Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion
Preferred
Entrepreneurial (able to conceive and design a control system never demonstrated)
Visionary (understands the big picture and can project this view)
Knowledge of legacy controls equipment, networks, and software
Experience with the OSI PI (historian) interface
Beckhoff PLC experience
Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.
Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan.
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.
Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gabrielle Bailey
CEO & Executive Communications
Steve Warneke
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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