Corning Incorporated · 1 month ago
Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer
Wilmington, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $143K/yrCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer will provide electrical discipline support in the construction, installation, debug, and startup of equipment and automated systems, primarily working hands-on on the floor with equipment.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supervise and provide direction during all aspects of equipment installation and conversion
Develop and use project plans and timelines to achieve project goals without sacrificing safety, intellectual property, or quality. Adhere to all corporate, business unit and site guidelines
Develop understanding of process and equipment functions in area of responsibility
Analyze and correct equipment installation practices to improve efficiencies
Interface with external system integrators and machine builders
Perform hands-on troubleshooting, direct engineering techs and trades as necessary
Review, “redline”, and modify existing documentation
Procure and expedite materials needed to build or install new or modified equipment
Assess condition and usability of existing equipment for fit and function with new installation plans
Modify software programs used for process equipment control
Understanding use and set-up of machine controls for system analog and digital I/O requirements, control sequence logic, fail safe states and recovery sequence digital and analog I/O
Provide assistance in developing integrated industrial control systems for new manufacturing equipment and modification of existing equipment
Re-design electrical components to reduce installation cost, solve equipment interferences, and correct inadequate designs
Qualification
Required
BS Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Manufacturing experience working with process and automation equipment
Knowledge of power systems for 480VAC and below
Ability to translate engineering solutions to requirements and interpret electrical drawings and schematics to aid in troubleshooting
Works well with other disciplines to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements
Ability to work hands-on with the equipment using typical hand tools, instruments, and measurement/alignment devices
Must be flexible with the ability to manage multiple work streams in a team environment
Strong focus on job site safety and proactive safety approach
Self-starter and results oriented
Preferred
Experience with AutoCAD®, AutoCAD Electrical, PLC and PC based systems, Beckhoff PLC / Motion Control, B&R PLC Control, A-B PLC / Motion Control, Automated equipment systems experience
Knowledge of regulations applicable to area of expertise and works to ensure compliance
Project management experience, including developing project scope, budgets and schedules
Knowledge of the Optical Fiber manufacturing process
PLC code development
SCADA/HMI development, PID control theory knowledge, Electro/mechanical technical understanding
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.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
Founded in 1851
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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