Jobs · Engineering · North Carolina

Controls Technician II

Corning Incorporated · Newton, NC · 1 mo ago
Engineering$59k–$81k/yrFull-time

Role Purpose

Performs technical duties and activities within prescribed time frames. Participates in projects to improve overall process and technical efficiency.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with controls engineers to develop and implement control logic, fail-safe states, and recovery sequences.
  • Support engineering project teams in delivering cost-effective automation and manufacturing systems.
  • Implement field devices and control architectures aligned with site standards and process requirements.
  • Troubleshoot automation issues and contribute to system integration and technical problem-solving.
  • Cook up with external integrators and machine builders to meet project deliverables.
  • Participate in system fabrication, testing, documentation, installation, startup, and training.
  • Manage assigned project timelines and provide regular progress updates to project leadership.

Qualifications

  • Experience integrating field devices (flow, motion, temperature, material handling) and safety systems into automated equipment platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of PLC programming (ladder logic), PID loop tuning, HMI/GUI development, and control system architectures.
  • Understanding of electrical design, robotics, electro-mechanical and motion control systems, and system integration in manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, process, engineering) to implement control logic, fail-safe states, and recovery sequences.
  • Proven project execution skills, including estimating timelines, meeting deliverables, and supporting system checkout and panel verification.
  • Solid troubleshooting, problem-solving, and teamwork skills with a results-driven mindset.
  • Experience preferred with Allen-Bradley PLC’s.

Education and Experience

  • 2-year technical degree, with focus of EE, CS, Mechatronics, or similar area.
  • 3+ years equipment/controls experience

Work Hours and Schedule

Normal working hours are M – F, 8 AM – 5 PM. Support off shift as needed.

Pay Range

The range for this position is $59,130.00 - $81,304.00 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.

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