Controls Engineer

Scope of Position:

• This will be a hybrid work assignment with the candidate working remotely and traveling to project site as necessary. Initially the project will be in Michigan.

• A senior controls engineer responsible for providing hands-on electrical support for the installation, start-up and debug manufacturing process equipment. This includes working with a multi-functional team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.)

• Involves commissioning PLC’s, drives, sensors, HMI’s across a large integrated manufacturing line

Requirements:

• Experience with automated equipment design, install, start-up and debug in a high-volume manufacturing environment

• Familiar with the design and programming of PLC systems primarily Allen Bradley ControlLogix

o Studio 5000, RSLinx, FactoryTalk View

o Configuration and setup of ControlLogix PLC

o Ethernet IP communication

• HMI SCADA iFix– minor changes and troubleshooting

• Drive setup and tuning – Yaskawa drives

• PID Tuning

• Ability to read and update electrical schematics

• Knowledge of machine guarding and safety practices and standards

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.)

• Capable of multitasking

• Ability to work with minimal direction

• Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Managing electrical trades executing equipment install and debug.

• Verify wiring done to print, answer questions and perform point to point checks

• Setup and commission PLC’s, drives, and field I/O

• Perform safety validation checks per SAT documents

• Coordinating installation plan with safety and plant receivers

• Conferring with Corning engineers and vendors to resolve equipment install or build discrepancies.

• Ensure safe work practices

• Updating drawings and equipment documentation

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal travel (less than 25%)

• Travel to Corning plant sites as needed to support projects

Travel to a supplier or vendor may be required for equipment check-out before shipment.

Work Schedule:

Typical 40 hours per week. May require working weekends/holidays or longer days to support installation schedule