{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f38bc2aa17feb821b70c5cf2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f38bc2aa17feb821b70c5cf2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f38bc2aa17feb821b70c5cf2","title":"Controls Engineer","description":"Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.\nWe invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.\nOur sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.\nCorning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:\nTrusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives\nDamage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected\nOptical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light\nPrecision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences\nAuto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation\nPurpose of the Position: The role of the controls engineer is to specify, procure, and complete projects to automate production processes, improve machine controls, and install machine data reporting.\nSupport automation and controls in a manufacturing environment.\nDesigns new electrical controls systems and improves existing electrical controls systems.\nManage projects from design to implementation, including defining project scope, determining required resources, establishing equipment specifications, providing system startup services, developing processes, and executing validation protocols.\nEnsures compliance/improvement of quality systems in manufacturing.\nParticipates in new product development and process improvement projects as a core team member or core team leader.\nKey Responsibilities:\nThe primary responsibility will be to support control systems throughout the plant.\nSupport other engineering technicians, establish, sets technical direction, and ensures compliance with plant standards.\nMaintain functionality of controls through coordination with maintenance and operations.\nDevelop and maintain documentation on control systems throughout the departments.\nResponsible for designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and debugging.\nFollow structured Software Development practices for fast and efficient systems completion.\nProvide training for engineers and technicians as needed for new processes, equipment, or control systems.\nProject focus will be on receiving, developing and supporting new assets.\nEnsure that the equipment meets plant/industry standards and utilizes leading edge technology and process capability to gain competitive advantage.\nAct in role of a controls technician (when needed) to provide support to other manufacturing systems and equipment (material handling, process equipment, etc.).\nWork Hours Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm) Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings operations requirements (including coverage for shift supervisors on 12hr shift rotation as needed).\nRequired Education, Experience and Skills:\nBachelor's Degree in electrical engineering\n2-4 years experience with machine/motion controls systems in process and manufacturing equipment.\nExperience integrating systems into advanced manufacturing processes.\nDemonstrated experience in the application of various part sensing technologies.\nStrong electro-mechanical skills with demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of automation and control system integration technologies in manufacturing processes.\nEffectively work with external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build and integration of later stages of machine system implementation.\nStrong team player who takes personal ownership for their areas of responsibility.\nCapable of executing project assignments with minimal supervision.\nEffective problem solving and decision-making skills, with focus on safety.\nDesired Skills:\nKnowledgeable of electrical design standards\nKnowledge of the Performance Excellence programs (DMAIC, KT, etc.).\nAble to communicate equally well with engineers, production associates, and managers.\nTeam-oriented. self-motivated, good presentation skills, multiple priority focus.\nThis position does not support immigration sponsorship.\nThe range for this position is $85,524.00 -$117,596.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.\n**Corning Puts YOU First!**\nWe are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.\nOur monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our\nand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.\nHealth and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.\nFinancial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.\nCompanywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.\nProfessional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.\nWe 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.\nWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at .\nYou should be proficient in:\nBachelor's Degree\nIndustrial and Manufacturing Engineering\nElectrical Troubleshooting Skills\nTroubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment\nPLC Programming Experience\nLean Manufacturing Principles\nEngineering Degree\nSalary info:\n$41.12 - $56.54 / hr","company":"Corning","rawCompany":"corning","city":"Hemlock","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:44:55.329Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controls Engineer","description":"Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.\nWe invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.\nOur sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.\nCorning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:\nTrusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives\nDamage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected\nOptical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light\nPrecision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences\nAuto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation\nPurpose of the Position: The role of the controls engineer is to specify, procure, and complete projects to automate production processes, improve machine controls, and install machine data reporting.\nSupport automation and controls in a manufacturing environment.\nDesigns new electrical controls systems and improves existing electrical controls systems.\nManage projects from design to implementation, including defining project scope, determining required resources, establishing equipment specifications, providing system startup services, developing processes, and executing validation protocols.\nEnsures compliance/improvement of quality systems in manufacturing.\nParticipates in new product development and process improvement projects as a core team member or core team leader.\nKey Responsibilities:\nThe primary responsibility will be to support control systems throughout the plant.\nSupport other engineering technicians, establish, sets technical direction, and ensures compliance with plant standards.\nMaintain functionality of controls through coordination with maintenance and operations.\nDevelop and maintain documentation on control systems throughout the departments.\nResponsible for designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and debugging.\nFollow structured Software Development practices for fast and efficient systems completion.\nProvide training for engineers and technicians as needed for new processes, equipment, or control systems.\nProject focus will be on receiving, developing and supporting new assets.\nEnsure that the equipment meets plant/industry standards and utilizes leading edge technology and process capability to gain competitive advantage.\nAct in role of a controls technician (when needed) to provide support to other manufacturing systems and equipment (material handling, process equipment, etc.).\nWork Hours Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm) Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings operations requirements (including coverage for shift supervisors on 12hr shift rotation as needed).\nRequired Education, Experience and Skills:\nBachelor's Degree in electrical engineering\n2-4 years experience with machine/motion controls systems in process and manufacturing equipment.\nExperience integrating systems into advanced manufacturing processes.\nDemonstrated experience in the application of various part sensing technologies.\nStrong electro-mechanical skills with demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of automation and control system integration technologies in manufacturing processes.\nEffectively work with external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build and integration of later stages of machine system implementation.\nStrong team player who takes personal ownership for their areas of responsibility.\nCapable of executing project assignments with minimal supervision.\nEffective problem solving and decision-making skills, with focus on safety.\nDesired Skills:\nKnowledgeable of electrical design standards\nKnowledge of the Performance Excellence programs (DMAIC, KT, etc.).\nAble to communicate equally well with engineers, production associates, and managers.\nTeam-oriented. self-motivated, good presentation skills, multiple priority focus.\nThis position does not support immigration sponsorship.\nThe range for this position is $85,524.00 -$117,596.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.\n**Corning Puts YOU First!**\nWe are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.\nOur monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our\nand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.\nHealth and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.\nFinancial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.\nCompanywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.\nProfessional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.\nWe 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.\nWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at .\nYou should be proficient in:\nBachelor's Degree\nIndustrial and Manufacturing Engineering\nElectrical Troubleshooting Skills\nTroubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment\nPLC Programming Experience\nLean Manufacturing Principles\nEngineering Degree\nSalary info:\n$41.12 - $56.54 / hr","datePosted":"2026-04-12T20:44:55.329Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T20:44:55.329Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Corning","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Hemlock","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f38bc2aa17feb821b70c5cf2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f38bc2aa17feb821b70c5cf2"}}