Sr Controls Technician

Role Purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and technically skilled Controls Technician to join our Research and Development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and improving control systems for optical fiber manufacturing equipment and implementing new technological solutions. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, a good understanding of electrical systems, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, installation, and troubleshooting of control systems for development equipment.
• Design, install, and troubleshoot new controls capabilities and/or measurement instrumentation and techniques on industrial equipment.
• Collaborate with equipment design engineers, processing equipment deployment teams, and manufacturing receivers during all stages of technology development.
• Provide support for the startup of new equipment and processes.
• Provide training and documentation to support the transfer of new control systems and equipment.
• Document actions, testing results, observations, final project results, and research findings.
• Manage a team of electricians during equipment installations.

Experiences/Education - Required

• A two-year electrical or mechatronics technical degree is preferred with 10+ years of work experience in a technical field.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Electrical schematic development with AutoCAD Electrical software.
• Mechanically and electrically inclined.
• Basic understanding of PLCs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, instrumentation and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent people skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Strong decision-making skills.
• Good electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to draft a scope of work for an electrical installation team and manage the team to complete the installation.
• Familiarity with safety and electrical codes related to industrial equipment and electrical installations.
• Experience with computer-based data collection and analysis tools such as PI.
• Capability to use diagnostic testing equipment.

Pay

The range for this position is $70,719.00 - $97,239.00 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.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• 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.
• 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.