Requisition Number: 75147
Scope of Position:Corning Incorporated develops innovative technologies that help solve some of the world's toughest challenges. Within Corning Environmental Technologies, we design and test advanced exhaust aftertreatment systems that help our customers meet increasingly stringent global emissions regulations. We are seeking a motivated Test Cell Controls Engineer to join a fast-paced, hands-on engine and laboratory testing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers,or those with a few years of experience who want to build real-world controls expertise, work with cutting-edge equipment, and see their solutions deployed in live test systems.
Position Overview:This role is responsible for the design, development, validation, and deployment of control solutions used in exhaust aftertreatment test systems. The engineer will work with control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and high-level languages such as C#. Corning uses a wide variety of equipment and software from industry leaders such as AVL, Horiba, TSI, OMRON, Rockwell, and others to instrument and control dyno test cells and lab gas flow test benches.
Day to Day Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and deploy control and measurement systems for engine test cells, laboratory benches, and test vehicles
- Program and support PLC-based control systems and integrate field instrumentation
- Develop control logic and applications using C#, Python, MATLAB, or similar languages
- Implement and tune PID and advanced control strategies for thermal, flow, and emissions systems
- Create intuitive HMIs and data visualization tools for operators and engineers
- Communicate with instruments and ECUs using CAN, CCP, XCP, and TCP/UDP protocols
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and test engineers to solve complex system-level problems
- Analyze test data to ensure accuracy, robustness, and repeatability of results
- Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of test systems
Technologies You'll Work With:- PLC platforms: OMRON, Rockwell
- Industry test and measurement systems: AVL, Horiba, TSI
- High-level programming languages: C#, Python, MATLAB
- Databases and data tools: SQL Server, Oracle
- Hardware & systems: Electrical schematics, panel layouts, and system commissioning
Travel Requirements:This role is primarily based in Corning, NY, with up to 10% travel, mainly within North America. The position typically involves 40+ hours per week with flexibility based on test schedules.
Required Education:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field (required). Internship, co-op, academic project, or professional experience with controls, automation, or test systems is strongly valued.
Required Skills:- Strong fundamentals in electrical and controls engineering (at least 1 year hands on)
- Exposure to PLCs, automation software, or embedded/control programming
- Understanding of control concepts such as PID, feed-forward, or model-based control
- Curiosity, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for hands-on engineering work
- Ability to troubleshoot systematically and think critically
- Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Desired Skills:- Experience with real-time systems or distributed I/O
- Exposure to engine testing, emissions measurement, or laboratory environments
- Basic project leadership or coordination experience
Soft Skills:- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills - engaging, enabling, and open
- Solid organizational skills
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external customers around the world to achieve business goals
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a development-oriented environment
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $88,522.00 - $121,718.00 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.
Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- 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.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- 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.
