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Controls Engineer

Toyota North America
Long Beach, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
Magnit Direct Sourcing on behalf of Toyota is currently hiring a Controls Engineer for a temporary assignment in Long Beach, CA

This is a 12 month contract. The pay range for this role is between $35 - 40/Hr. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.

Who We Are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do.

These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota.

As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to grow and challenge what’s possible with us.

Requirements

  • BS in Electrical Engineering/technologies or technician degree or Equivalent Work Experience.
  • AutoCad Electrical Experience
  • PLC programming experience (Rockwell, Mitsubishi and Siemens preferred) – Must Have
  • Electrical hardware design and modification experience
  • Experience with equipment demolition, installation, and commissioning
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Works well within a team environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to travel and work in Canada and Mexico
  • Able to work weekends and holidays as necessary

Job Description

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the electrical design on mechanical/hydraulic power stamping presses and related automation upgrades.

This Includes

  • HMI Design
  • PLC Design
  • Safety PLC Design
  • Hardwire Layouts
  • Panel Layouts
  • Risk Assessments
  • Field Device Layouts
  • Installation Supervision
  • Full Line Commissioning

Detailed Description

HMI Design

  • Create new HMI programs using GP-pro software on Proface hardware
  • Modify existing HMI programs using GP-pro software on Proface hardware
  • Review and verify HMI programs during customer buyoffs

PLC Design

  • Create new PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, MPE720, PCwin, Memosoft, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, Toyopuc, Siemens hardware
  • Modify existing PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, MPE720, PCwin, Memosoft, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, Toyopuc, Siemens hardware
  • Review and verify PLC design during customer buyoffs

Safety PLC Design

  • Create new Safety PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley and Siemens hardware
  • Modify existing Safety PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley and Siemens hardware
  • Review and verify Safety PLC design during customer buyoffs

Hardwire Layouts

  • Create new Hardware Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Modify existing Hardware Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Review and verify Hardwire Layout during customer buyoffs

Panel Layouts

  • Create new Panel Layouts using AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Modify existing Panel Layouts using AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Review and verify Panel Layouts during customer buyoffs

Risk Assessments

  • Preform Risk Assessments on projects regarding bid selection, hardware procurement, and installation timing

Field Device Layouts

  • Create new Field Device Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Modify existing Field Device Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software
  • Review and verify Field Device Layouts during customer buyoffs

Installation Supervision

  • Supervise Engineers, Electricians, and Millwrights during installation of various Press upgrades
  • Provide direction on installation tasks to Engineers, Electricians, and Millwrights
  • Bring resolution to any construction related items during installation

Full Line Commissioning

  • Provide Full Line Commissioning support before, during, and after installation of various press upgrade projects which includes PLC, Electrical, and Mechanical support

Talented, dedicated people are an integral part of our mission to build the best workforce, working together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. We are always on the lookout for diverse, driven, and collaborative talent interested in performing contract work for Toyota.

Click here to join our talent network and be the first in line when a new contingent job opportunity opens at Toyota through Magnit Direct Sourcing.

Magnit is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE

Work Authorization : Green Card, US Citizen

Preferred years of experience : years

Travel required : 25% or less

Salary : $35 - $40

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