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Requisition Number: 73381

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Key Responsibilities:

   Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.
   Design and implement new control systems projects.
   Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
   Implement robust, cost effective automation and process machine control systems.
   Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Corning's facility. 
   Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.  Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors' facilities.

Work Hours and Schedule:

   Nominal working hours are M - F, 8 AM - 5 PM.
   Informal 24/7 coverage for ad-hoc call-in support (3rd Level Subject Matter Expert).

Travel:  less than 1%

 Required Education/Skills:

   BS or MS in the following Engineering Disciplines: Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated controls aptitude
   Ability to debug and monitor PLC code - ladder logic.
   Highly motivated and strong electrical aptitude. 
   Sound understanding of AC/DC electrical theory, and practical application thereof
   Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur.
   Good problem-solving skills.  Ability to reach first principles understanding.
   Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, and/or PowerBI.
   Ability to generate and interpret electrical drawings.
   Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes.
   Ability to participate on, or lead, project or process improvement teams by communicating with all levels of the organization.

Desired Skills: 

   2 years of manufacturing experience
   Experience and/or understanding of Six Sigma techniques
   Strong diagnostic skills on electro-mechanical systems
   Self-starter able to exceed expectations with a minimal amount of Supervision.
   Extensive experience with various electro-mechanical systems.
   Experience with Allen Bradley controllers and associated hardware including: PLC and I/O devices, motion control, various communication protocols, field wiring and disconnect devices.
   Experience with various electro-mechanical devices (i.e. servo motors, valves and sensing devices)
   Experience with industrial vision systems and scanning devices.
Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $88,834.00 - $122,148.00 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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