Controls Engineer, Contingent Worker (1501062)

Toyota North America; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Magnit Direct Sourcing on behalf of Toyota is hiring a Controls Engineer for a 12-month contract in Georgetown, KY. The role focuses on PLC programming, installation, and continuous improvement of automated equipment.

Responsibilities include reviewing specs, implementing modifications, training maintenance staff, and coordinating with vendors to optimize cost and schedule. Travel up to 20% is required; overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of strong PLC programming/troubleshooting across brands (ToyoPuc, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley).
• 6+ years comprehensive knowledge of PLCs.
• 4+ years comprehensive knowledge of electrical circuits and industrial controls.
• 2-year technical degree or completion of trade school (EET or Industrial Maintenance Technology) and/or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Travel up to 20% (including international travel).
• Overtime up to 20% when required.
• Lift up to 40 lbs occasionally; stand/walk/bend/kneel/crouch.
• Manual dexterity for tools and machinery.
• Proficiency with MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Review equipment specifications and design; identify improvements; conduct vendor buyoffs to confirm equipment functions.
• Install equipment; verify safety, quality, and productivity of equipment.
• Investigate to determine modification requirements; implement modifications; trial and adjust.
• Lower cost and decrease project time by overseeing installation by vendor and facilitating kanban process.
• Improve equipment quality and productivity by implementing adjustments identified during trials.
• Install, set-up, and troubleshoot ToyoPuc and Allen-Bradley program controllers.
• Provide training to Maintenance on newly implemented equipment.
• Share SME knowledge with NAMC Maintenance and Production Members.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical controls

Reading drawings

Travel flexibility

Overtime readiness

Manual dexterity

Education

2-year technical degree or trade school (EET or Industrial Maintenance)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)

Job description

Magnit Direct Sourcing on behalf of Toyota is currently hiring a Controls Engineer for a temporary assignment in Georgetown, Kentucky. This is a 12-month contract. The pay range for this role is between $45.00 - $59.00/Hr. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.

Key Responsibilities

• Review equipment specifications and design, identify improvements, conduct vendor buyoffs to confirm equipment functions.
• Install equipment, verify safety, quality, and productivity of equipment.
• Investigate to determine modification requirements. Implement modifications. Trial and adjust.
• Lower cost and decrease project time by overseeing installation by vendor and facilitating kanban process.
• Improve equipment quality and productivity by implementing adjustments, as identified during online vehicle trials.
• Install, set-up, and troubleshoot ToyoPuc and Allen-Bradley, etc. program controllers.
• Provide training to Maintenance members on newly implemented equipment.
• Share Subject Matter Expert knowledge to local NAMC Maintenance and Production Members.

Qualifications

• Strong PLC programming/troubleshooting (ToyoPuc, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, or Allen Bradley) – 4+ years.
• Comprehensive knowledge of PLCs – 6+ years.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical circuits and industrial controls – 4+ years.
• 2-year technical degree or completion of trade school program (EET or Industrial Maintenance Technology) and/or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Ability to travel up to 20% at times (including international travel).
• Ability to work up to 20% overtime when required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch on varying surfaces.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery.
• Good vision and hand-eye coordination for detailed repairs.
• Proficiency with MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams.

Magnit Direct Source does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Magnit Direct Source support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future.

You should not apply for this role if you will require Magnit Direct Source to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

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

Preferred years of experience : 0 years

Travel required : 20% or less

Shift timings : 9 AM to 5 PM