Automation Project Engineer **Date:** Feb 12, 2025 **Location:** Reynosa, TAM, MX, 88730 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 66601 Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 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** Responsible for overseeing and managing the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems projects. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met within scope, time, and budget constraints. The position requires a strong background in mechanical and electrical design, PLC and robot programming, as well as excellent project management skills. **Key Responsibilities** + Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of automation projects. + Develop detailed project plans including timelines, budgets, resource allocation. + Provide technical expertise and guidance in mechanical/electrical systems design and programming for automated machinery. + Generate comprehensive scopes of work for each project phase. + Conduct vendor meetings to negotiate terms for machine builds ensuring compliance with specifications. + Coordinate with internal teams such as engineering, procurement, production to align on project goals. + Ensure all designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations. + Monitor progress against milestones; identify risks/issues early; implement corrective actions when necessary. + Prepare regular status reports for stakeholders highlighting key achievements/concerns. **Experiences/Education - Required** + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Automation or related field required; Master’s degree desirable. + Minimum 2-4 years of manufacturing experience + Fully Bilingual + Able to travel globally (United States and Poland at a minimum), valid passport and visa. + In-depth knowledge about automation technologies including sensors, actuators, controllers, etc. + Understanding different types programming languages used industrial applications like ladder logic, structured text, etc. + Familiarity common communication protocols Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Device Net, etc. + Proven track record managing the successful completion of large-scale complex multidisciplinary projects involving significant investments. + Advanced proficiency using CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks for designing complex mechanical/electrical systems. + Extensive experience developing/debugging code for various brands/models PLCs like Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi etc., as well as programming industrial robots from manufacturers such as ABB, Fanuc or KUKA. **Experiences/Education - Desired** + Proficiency using CAD software AutoCAD SolidWorks designing complex mechanical/electrical systems + Advanced level experience developing/debugging code various brands/models PLCs Allen Bradley Siemens Mitsubishi Schneider Electric Omron ABB Fanuc KUKA Yaskawa Motoman Universal Robots collaborative robots (cobots) + Familiarity with common communication protocols such as Modbus Profibus Ethernet/IP DeviceNet + Experience working with collaborative robots (cobots) + Knowledge about emerging trends/technologies within the field automation control systems. Corning Puts YOU First! We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. + Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. + Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs. + Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities. + Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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