Senior SCADA Engineer

Job description

Requisition Number

72202 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Are you a SCADA expert ready to take your career global, designing and deploying cutting edge automation systems that power manufacturing operations across three continents? At Corning, a global leader in materials science and optical innovation, you won't just maintain systems, you'll shape the future of smart manufacturing. From Reynosa to the U.S., Poland, and China, your work will directly drive how the world stays connected.

If you thrive in fast-paced, technically complex environments and want a role where every day brings a new challenge, this is your seat at the table.

Role Purpose

As a Senior SCADA Engineer within Corning's Optical Communications Division, you will be a key driver in the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems across global manufacturing sites. You will bridge the gap between the plant floor and enterprise data systems, integrating automated and manual equipment with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and data platforms, ensuring operational reliability, data integrity, and cybersecurity best practices are always upheld.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Deploy SCADA Systems: Lead the architecture, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of SCADA platforms for both automated and manual manufacturing processes, ensuring accurate data acquisition and real-time operational control.

Systems Integration

Interface manufacturing equipment and data systems with MES platforms and enterprise data historians; collaborate with vendors to define and document equipment interface specifications and industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Ethernet/IP).

Global Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Partner with Process Engineering, plant teams, and global manufacturing sites to capture Voice of Customer, drive process improvements, and deliver data-driven insights that support cost reduction and production excellence.

Technical Leadership & Cybersecurity

Provide expert guidance on SCADA systems reliability, lead technical troubleshooting efforts, and ensure all solutions adhere to cybersecurity and data integrity best practices across global operations.

Experiences/Education - Required Engineering Degree

Bachelor's degree +5 Years SCADA Experience: Proven hands on experience developing and maintaining SCADA systems (Ignition, GE iFix, or equivalent platforms) in a manufacturing environment.

PLC & Industrial Protocols

Solid knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and industrial communication protocols: OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, and Ethernet/IP.

Structured Programming

Proficiency in at least one structured programming language, Python, Java, or SQL, applied to SCADA or automation development.

MES / Systems Integration

Experience integrating automated and manual manufacturing equipment with plant information management and MES systems.

English Proficiency

Advanced English communication skills (written and verbal) required for cross cultural collaboration with global teams in the U.S., Poland, and China.

Documentation & Communication

Strong technical writing skills; ability to translate complex system designs into clear flow charts, specs, and cross-functional communication. 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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals. Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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. 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].