Requisition Number: 76269
Purpose of PositionWe are seeking an entry-level Controls Engineer to support the specification, design, build, integration, documentation, and maintenance of automation and control systems for optical test benches, in both R&D and production environments. This engineer will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams including optical, mechanical, metrology, and software engineers to develop and support precision test equipment used to evaluate complex optical systems.
Day to Day Responsibilities- Support engineers in specifying and documenting hardware requirements for optical test stations.
- Design and document assemblies used to build optical test bench automation and control systems, including motor, detector, camera, data acquisition, and timing circuitry and associated wiring and cable assemblies.
- Translate designs into working hardware by building prototype or breadboard assemblies and coordinating outsourced fabrication of sub-systems as needed.
- Troubleshoot electrical, wiring, and system integration issues on existing test benches, and repair or upgrade benches as appropriate.
- Perform work in cleanroom and molecular cleanroom environments.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- MS or 2+ years of applicable experience
- Strong foundation in AC/DC circuits, basic electronics, and electrical measurements.
- Experience using electronics test equipment such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes.
- Experience with schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout.
- Understanding of motors, control systems, and data acquisition hardware and software.
- Experience programming using C / C++ or C#.
- Experience programming or script development using Python or MATLAB.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Desired Qualifications- Experience in circuit design with Altium Designer.
- Experience with interfacing with scientific digital cameras.
- Familiarity with optics, optical metrology, and image processing.
- Familiarity with Linux / Unix environments.
- Experience with SQL databases.
- Familiarity with National Instruments' LabWindows.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $84,010.00 - $115,515.00 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.
A job that shapes a life. 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.
