Controls & Automation Engineering Co-Op

raymondcorpcareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing

Mentorship

Leadership exposure

Company events

Community service hours

Onsite fitness

Mental health resources

Great culture

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America invites you to join its Greene, NY team as a Controls and Automation Engineering Co-Op for 6 months starting Summer or Fall 2026. You'll gain hands-on experience with PLCs, Ignition, HMI/SCADA, and AI/digital twin initiatives.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, IT, and Production, complete design and implementation tasks, and prepare for a lifelong career in automation engineering.

Qualifications

• GPA minimum 2.5.
• Currently enrolled in Electrical, Computer or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience with computer integration, machine data, PLC/Python programming.
• Six-month onsite co-op at Greene, NY.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement control systems using PLCs and Ignition.
• Program PLCs with ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
• Develop HMI/SCADA apps for real-time monitoring and control.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineers to integrate control systems.
• Engage in future AI and Equipment Digital Twin integration.

Skills

PLC Programming

Python

HMI/SCADA

Ignition Platform

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Electrical, Computer or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Ignition

Job description

Join our Team as a Controls and Automation Engineering Co-Op!

The Role:

We’re seeking a motivated person to join our team for a 6-month co-op beginning Summer or Fall 2026! This position will offer a hands‑on experience in our Controls Engineering Department, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into our Digital Transformation projects including equipment system integrations, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins. You’ll collaborate with Cross Functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, IT and Production, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design, develop, and implement control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Ignition platform.
• Program PLCs using ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text to control various processes and machinery.
• Develop HMI/SCADA applications using Ignition platform for real-time monitoring and control of industrial processes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineers, maintenance, and operations associates to integrate control systems with overall project requirements.
• Engage in future integration of Artificial Intelligence and Equipment Digital Twin applications.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Electrical, Computer or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience in related positions involving computer integration, machine data management and PLC / Python programming.
• Availability for a six-month onsite co‑op assignment at our Greene, NY facility.

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in‑person role located at our Greene, NY office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands‑on, team‑oriented environment.

What You’ll Get in Return:

Wage - $23.00 + per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Early Career Benefits:

• Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi‑Fi included) — eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
• Hands-O nE xperience in Controls, Automation and Systems Engineering Fields
• Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
• Direct E xposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
• Company‑Sponsored Events & Student Socials
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Mental Health Advocate Services
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here:

https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers

https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers