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Newton, NCJob$89–122K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Controls Engineer designs, develops, and implements automation and control systems for fiber optic cable manufacturing. The role supports process improvements, capital projects, and equipment upgrades, including work with external system integrators and technical troubleshooting of plant control systems. The position requires an engineering degree, controls aptitude, and knowledge of PLC programming, electrical systems, standards, and data analysis tools. Corning states that immigration sponsorship is not supported.
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Requisition Number: 79823
**The company built on breakthroughs. **
**Join us. **
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
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.
Role Purpose
Designs, develops, and implements automation and control systems for fiber optic cable manufacturing, supporting process improvements, capital projects, and equipment upgrades.
Key Responsibilities
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Create, modify, debug, and monitor Allen-Bradley PLC programs.
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Design and implement control systems and automation projects.
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Support capital expansion, process improvement, and equipment obsolescence projects.
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Work with external system integrators to deliver integrated equipment.
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Support all project phases, including design, testing, installation, startup, and training.
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Provide technical support and troubleshooting for plant control systems.
Experience/Education – Required
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BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with controls aptitude.
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Knowledge of PLC programming, ladder logic, and AC/DC electrical systems.
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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
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Knowledge of ANSI, NFPA, and NEC standards.
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Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Access, SQL, or Power BI.
Experience/Education – Preferred
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2 years of manufacturing experience.
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Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, motion control, and industrial communication protocols.
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Strong diagnostic skills with electromechanical systems.
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Experience with servo motors, sensors, valves, vision systems, and scanning devices.
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Knowledge of Six Sigma and Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software.
Work Schedule & Travel
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Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.
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Occasional 24/7 on-call support.
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1% Travel
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.
**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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected] .
How this job compares
Set against the 2,209 open Controls Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$89–122K/yr
- North Carolina median$104–145K/yr50 salary ranges
- US median$110–160K/yr1,317 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $105K, is 16% below the North Carolina median midpoint ($126K) — in the lowest quarter of Controls Engineer salary ranges in North Carolina.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 91 open Controls Engineer jobs in North Carolina and 2,209 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in North Carolina
- Corning Incorporated (this employer)14 open
- Eaton Corporation11 open
- BorgWarner Inc.7 open
- Experience
- Controls Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (1,892 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,087 of the 2,209 open Controls Engineer jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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