SCADA Engineer
Posted 28 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Senior SCADA Engineer”
BranchFactor Summary
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyEngineering
Study levelBachelor's
Requisition Number: 72202
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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
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.