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Corning Incorporated · 1 month ago

Controls Engineering Technician

Corning, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$59K/yr - $81K/yr

2+ years exp

Corning Incorporated is a leading innovator in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Controls Engineering Technician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated control systems to ensure seamless operation.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and program control systems and equipment, including wiring, sensors, and actuators

Ensure proper integration of automation devices into existing systems

Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on control systems

Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues in control systems

Monitor system performance and recommend necessary adjustments or upgrades

Program and modify PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) to meet operational needs

Calibrate and configure control devices such as temperature controllers, pressure sensors, and other instrumentation

Troubleshoots infrastructure equipment, systems and processes when required to ensure uninterrupted customer supply

Works with Quality and Engineering to document repairs/changes made to equipment and/or electrical infrastructure

Identifies critical spare parts to have on-hand to prevent extended downtime

Procures replacement equipment in support of the facilities and promoting the innovation process

Ability to troubleshoot to the component level

Work closely with union trades, subcontractors and across all levels and organizations

Self-starter and motivated to complete the task at hand

Ability to multi-task

Works independently with minimal supervision

Provides technical support to engineering team

Qualification

PLC programmingControls engineeringElectrical circuitsSCADA systemsBuilding Automation SystemsTechnical supportMulti-taskingProblem-solvingSelf-starter

Required

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in electrical/controls engineering, automation, or a related field

2 years of experience in a Controls Technician or similar role in industrial automation or building systems

Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.)

Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, PROFIBUS)

Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and mechanical systems

Skilled with troubleshooting tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators

Preferred

AAS Electrical Technology

Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) or equivalent

Experience with UPS and Generator backed systems

Benefits

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.