Maintenance Automation Engineer

Requisition Number: 78487 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.   As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries. Role Purpose As a Maintenance Automation Engineer, you will support the reliability, maintenance, and performance of automated manufacturing equipment. You will help minimize downtime, strengthen preventive maintenance practices, and use technical analysis to improve equipment availability and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for someone who combines hands-on troubleshooting skills with a data-driven approach to continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Analyze equipment downtime, failures, and maintenance history to improve uptime, MTBF, and MTTR Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities while supporting TPM and reliability initiatives Troubleshoot and diagnose automation and controls issues involving PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, drivers, and robots Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions, optimize equipment performance, and support improvement projects Experiences/Education - Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Strong experience working with automated manufacturing equipment in an industrial environment Hands-on knowledge of PLCs and HMIs, including platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Omron Experience troubleshooting industrial automation systems, including robots, motor drives, sensors, and control systems Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic diagrams Knowledge of preventive maintenance, reliability analysis, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement tools Strong collaboration, technical leadership, and communication skills, with a proactive and safety-focused mindset A job…