Controls Engineer

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Long Beach, CA, US 19 days ago Requisition ID: 1062 Salary Range: $50.00 To $55.00 Hourly Location Onsite – Industrial Manufacturing / Stamping Operations Travel Required – Canada, Mexico, and Customer Sites About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to support electrical design, PLC programming, commissioning, and automation upgrades for mechanical and hydraulic stamping presses. This role is responsible for the complete controls lifecycle including HMI development, PLC and Safety PLC programming, electrical hardware design, panel layouts, field device layouts, risk assessments, installation supervision, and full-line commissioning. The ideal candidate brings strong industrial automation experience with the ability to lead electrical and controls efforts from concept through startup in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities HMI Design Create new HMI programs using GP-Pro software on Proface hardware. Modify and enhance existing HMI programs. Validate HMI functionality during customer buyoffs and commissioning. PLC Design & Programming RSLinx IAB MPE720 PCwin Memosoft Simatic Step 7 Support controls programming across Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Toyopuc, and Yaskawa platforms. Review and validate PLC logic during customer acceptance testing. Safety PLC Design Develop and modify Safety PLC programs using Allen-Bradley and Siemens safety systems. Validate machine safety logic during commissioning and buyoff activities. Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards. Electrical & Hardware Design Create and modify electrical hardwire layouts using AutoCAD Electrical and IAB. Develop panel layouts and field device layouts. Support electrical hardware selection and system modifications. Review and confirm electrical designs during customer buyoffs. Conduct risk assessments related to: Hardware selection Project planning Support mitigation planning and safe implementation strategies. Supervise engineers, electricians, and millwrights during installation activities. Resolve field installation challenges in real time. Full Line Commissioning Support complete line startup and commissioning. Troubleshoot PLC, electrical, mechanical, and controls systems. Validate equipment performance and production readiness. Provide startup support before, during, and after installation. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field; OR equivalent hands‑on experience. AutoCAD Electrical experience. Electrical hardware design and modification experience. Experience with industrial equipment installation. #J-18808-Ljbffr