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Control Systems Software DesignerATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc • Cambridge, Region of Waterloo, CA
Control Systems Software Designer

Control Systems Software Designer

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc • Cambridge, Region of Waterloo, CA
22 hours ago
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  • Full-time
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Requisition ID : 16382

Location : Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date : Feb 4, 2026

Control Systems Software Designer

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Job Description

  • Pay Rate : $36.54 - $50.24
  • Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.)
  • Employee Development Programs

Major Duties

In this role, you design and develop world-class automation solutions. You will be contributing to machine concepts, design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. As a Controls Systems Software Designer you will be working on programming and integration assignments involving leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers.

Additional Information

Specific Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software programs (PLC and / or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
  • Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation.
  • Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties.
  • Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers.
  • Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
  • Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
  • Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
  • Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
  • Provide accurate documentation for each project.
  • Advise customer on solving technical problems.
  • Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
  • Provide design support related to construction of CSA B51 and CSA N285.0 pressure boundary components within the ATS Certificate of Authorization.
  • Strictly follow CSA N285 / NQA Quality requirements as defined within the manual and procedures
  • Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
  • Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
  • Qualifications

    Education

  • A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering.
  • Experience

  • Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands-on experience is desirable.
  • A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

  • Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
  • We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
  • We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
  • We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.
  • ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary

    If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

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