Corning Automation / Controls Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Corning.
Corning
Controls Engineer
Senior Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was a long one. I had 3 official phone interviews and multiple scheduling calls and emails before being invited to North Carolina for an onsite interview. The entire process took 2 over months from start to finish. The onsite interview was very well organized. They made all the flight, hotel and rental car arrangements. The interview was in 1 hour blocks with 5 different people. Overall a great experience and I thank them for the opportunity.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- How would you handle this type of situation?
- Give me an example of the most difficult task you have been given.
Corning
Controls Engineer
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral Technical
Following a recruiter phone screen a few weeks back, I had an all-day interview schedule. It started with a presentation of my own work to the team I'd be joining, their manager, and the director. After that, I had one-on-one meetings with the manager, a senior team member, and then the director. I also had a casual lunch meeting with another senior member. It took a while to get through everything because of my schedule, but they were quick to respond once the interviews were done.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you elaborate on your specific qualifications for this role and job?
- During your presentation, what pertinent ideas did you discuss?
- How do you think you would fit in with the group?
Corning
Automation Engineer Intern
Intern Easy Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
I had a zoom call interview where they asked me questions like what is a PLC, HMI, etc. They also asked me about my motivations for wanting to work there and my reasons for choosing a career in manufacturing.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you define what a PLC is?
- What is the definition of an HMI?
- What motivates your interest in working with us?
Corning Automation / Controls Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Corning interview reports.
“What is the definition of an HMI?”
Read reports →“Can you define what a PLC is?”
Read reports →“What PLC programming software and languages are you familiar with?”
Read reports →“Tell me about a time you were proven wrong based on your experience.”
Read reports →“How do you think you would fit in with the group?”
Read report →“Can you introduce yourself?”
Read report →“Describe an instance where you disagreed with your manager and had to voice that opinion.”
Read report →“During your presentation, what pertinent ideas did you discuss?”
Read report →“Could you explain your decision to pursue a career in manufacturing?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 8 Corning interview reports.