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Electrical Project Lead

Corning
Wilmington, NC; Concord, NC Posted Jul 14, 2026
On-site

About this role

About the Role The Electrical Project Lead is a hands-on engineering role responsible for installing, modifying, and starting up production and automation equipment across domestic and international manufacturing sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time installation and commissioning. What You'll Do

  • Execute electrical and automated system installation, construction, debugging, troubleshooting, and startup activities with a focus on safety. Includes leading trades teams.
  • Conduct initial equipment setup and debugging prior to operational handoff.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and provide direction for needed repairs or modifications.
  • Identify opportunities to improve installation efficiency and implement best practices.
  • Prepare, review, and update installation documentation, including drawings and checklists.
  • Procure and expedite materials required for equipment builds and installations.
  • Review and update part lists, specifications, and related engineering documentation.
  • Understanding use and setup of machine controls for system analog and digital I/O requirements, control sequence logic, fail safe states and recovery sequence digital and analog I/O. What We're Looking For
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience (rare exceptions considered).
  • At least 2-7 years of manufacturing or related experience.
  • Knowledge of 480VAC and below power systems.
  • Translates engineering solutions to requirements, then further to process and/or equipment designs which deliver required performance criteria as well as interpreting electrical drawings and schematics to aid in troubleshooting.
  • Demonstrated commitment to job-site safety.
  • Strong hands-on ability with tools, instruments, and alignment/measurement devices.
  • Desired Skills: Experience with AutoCAD®, AutoCAD Electrical, Windows, and MS Office.
  • PLC and motion control experience: Beckhoff, B&R, Allen-Bradley, PC-based systems.
  • Knowledge of NEC/NFPA70/OSHA compliance.
  • Manufacturing and/or construction environment experience with strong safety orientation.
  • SCADA/HMI development, PID control theory, and electro-mechanical systems understanding.
  • Travel Requirements: Typical travel can range from a few days to a few weeks during the project initiation phase. During the deployment phase of the project, travel may be full-time. Travel will be required to Corning Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacturing sites.

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