Requisition Number: 75068
Role PurposeCorning is seeking an
Electrical Controls Technician - R&D Facilities to support electrical, controls, and automation systems at our Sullivan Park location in Painted Post, NY. This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on the installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, maintenance, and support of control systems serving research labs, building infrastructure, and specialized equipment.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a unique
R&D environment where systems are often customized to support experimental processes and specialized research needs. You will gain broad exposure to
building automation systems, control panels, instrumentation, PLC-controlled equipment, and process support, while partnering closely with engineers and senior technicians. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, problem solving, and learning across a wide range of control systems, this is a strong opportunity to grow your career.
Key Responsibilities- Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and control systems that support facility operations and R&D equipment
- Monitor and support building automation systems, including basic diagnostics and maintenance activities
- Build, wire, and assemble control panels, including component installation and layout support
- Perform point-to-point wiring and follow standards for labeling, routing, and termination
- Support startup and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment, including I/O validation
- Assist with calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation signals, including 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC, thermocouples, and RTDs
- Perform system checkout, point-to-point verification, and support point-to-graphic validation
- Support BAS controller wiring, addressing, commissioning, and checkout
- Assist with heating systems and PID control loop support
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and assist with drawing redlines and updates
- Work closely with engineers and senior technicians to complete project work and improve system reliability
Minimum Qualifications- Associate degree or above OR technical training in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Troubleshooting experience with electrical or control systems
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with control panel wiring, assembly, or installation
- Experience with instrumentation and industrial control signals
- Exposure to PLCs, building automation systems, or related control systems
- Exposure to heating systems, temperature controls, or PID loops
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $71,650.00 - $98,520.00 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.
