Overview
Power Engineer role at Corning Incorporated . Requisition Number : 71021.
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Day to Day Responsibilities
- Serve as the plant electrical resource to enhance and maintain the power distribution systems at the Diesel Manufacturing facility in Painted Post, NY. Coordinate with department leaders, trades, and external vendors to achieve goals while balancing operational department needs.
- Maintain various power distribution equipment such as 15kV switches, substation transformers, substation breakers, breaker panels, UPS units, MCCs, and other distribution panels and disconnects. Provide electrical support for emergency power generators used for plant processes, life safety systems, and fire pumphouse operations.
- Evaluate and assign power sources for new equipment, considering maintenance shutdowns, system capacity limits, and location constraints. This may involve adding distribution centers or measuring operating currents of existing equipment.
- Plan, schedule, and supervise shutdown-related activities with facility maintenance and operations teams. Review documentation, conduct Potential Problem Analyses (PPAs), assist with permits and site-specific documentation, and serve as the onsite technical expert during execution. Ensure work completion aligns with planned activities and update documentation as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, including managing NFPA 70E requirements for arc flash safety during installations and operations.
- Perform power monitoring and quality analysis to enhance visibility into power consumption and detect anomalies. Collaborate with the utility to identify causes of power quality issues and communicate findings to plant leadership.
- Work independently in a team-based environment with minimal supervision. Communicate effectively with Operations and Leadership regarding the benefits and risks of engineered solutions.
Required Education and Experience
BS - Electrical Engineering or equivalent0-3 years of engineering experience with demonstrated success working with power distribution systems.Required Skills
High level of technical curiosity enabling unique solutions to technical challenges. Ability and interest to learn and apply new technologies in support of overall technical objectives.Fundamental understanding of electrical design practices and power distribution systemsStrong organizational and communication skills plus the ability to maintain detailed documentationFamiliar with industrial power standardsAbility to work in both a team and as an individual contributorUnderstanding of electrical power systems and ability to apply it in troubleshooting and system designSound problem solving and decision-making skillsHighly motivated, results oriented, customer focused with a strong commitmentDesired Skills
GE PLC experienceFamiliar with Schweitzer Engineering Controllers and RelaysUPS system experienceMV switchgear equipment experienceExperience with backup generators and auto transfer switchingExperience with power quality metersPrior experience working in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of NFPA70, 79, 70E and safe electrical work practices for medium (>2000V) and low voltage
Hours
Primary working hours are 8AM-5PM M-F. Hours may occasionally flex as required to achieve plant production objectives. Off shift support will occasionally be required for emergencies to maintain operations of critical assets.
Compensation and Benefits
The range for this position is $68,034.00 - $93,548.00 for full-time status. Starting pay depends on location, market conditions, experience, training, and education.Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with key business results.100% company-paid pension benefit with matching 401(k) contributions; total contributions can reach 7% to 12% of pay depending on age and years of service.Health and well-being benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Recognition programs to celebrate contributions.Equal Employment Opportunity statement : 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. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, please contact accommodations@corning.com.
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