Controls Systems Software Designer - Robot Job at ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (Cambridge)

Senior Controls Systems Software Designer

Join our globally growing team at ATS Test where we create complex automation so...

Location

Canada , Woodbridge

Salary:

42.31 - 58.17 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A post-secondary degree specializing in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering
5+ years of experience programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI) using Allen Bradley (Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer) or Siemens (TIA Portal) software
3 years of experience in a hands-on automation/controls environment working on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) systems
Proficiency in understanding programs written in structured test (i.e. Visual Basic, C#, Python, languages)
Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills
Experience with configuration/troubleshooting of instrumentation (power supplies, meters, sensors, safety switches, etc.) using vendor software and interfaces
Experience working in Just-In-Time environments and on mission critical systems
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands-on experience is required
A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods (ATS Global Code Standard)
In depth programming in environments mainly using PLC Ladder logic (Rockwell / Siemens platforms), and structured test (i.e. shell scripting, Visual Basic, C#, Python)
Ability to reverse-engineer and write PLC code from scratch
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, I/O, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers
Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation
Travel to both domestic and international customer locations for SAT (up to 20% travel per year)
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 customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems 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 and training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure)

What we offer

Eligible for 3% - 6% Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.)
Employee Development Programs
Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
Awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more
Intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program

Fulltime

New

Senior Control Systems Software Designer

As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplined team, you will des...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

42.31 - 58.17 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Planning and leading projects including oversight of a project team
Responsible for project tracking, project milestones and project budget for assigned project including attending project team meetings
Contributing to machine concepts
Design of control software
Integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems
Mentoring more junior members of the controls team
Process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide
Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers
Complete yearly assigned department objectives
Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods

What we offer

Compensation: $42.31 to $58.17 CAD per hour
Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
5% RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities

Fulltime

New

Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplined team, you will des...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

36.54 - 50.24 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

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

What we offer

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
5% RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities
A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation

Fulltime

Control Systems Software Designer

As a member of a highly motivated, multidisciplinary team, you will design and d...

Location

Canada , Woodbridge

Salary:

36.54 - 54.81 USD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A post-secondary degree specializing in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering
3 years of experience programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI) using Allen Bradley (Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer) or Siemens (TIA Portal) software
3 years of experience in a hands-on automation/controls environment working on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) systems
Proficiency in understanding programs written in structured test (i.e. Visual Basic, C#, Python, languages). Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills
Experience with configuration/troubleshooting of instrumentation (power supplies, meters, sensors, safety switches, etc.) using vendor software and interfaces
Experience working in Just-In-Time environments and on mission critical systems
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands-on experience is required
A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods (ATS Global Code Standard)
In depth programming in environments mainly using PLC Ladder logic (Rockwell / Siemens platforms), and structured test (i.e. shell scripting, Visual Basic, C#, Python)
Ability to reverse-engineer and write PLC code from scratch
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, I/O, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers
Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer's site during installation. Travel to both domestic and international customer locations for SAT (up to 20% travel per year)
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 customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems 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 and training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure)
Improve the knowledge and capability of other members of the department through mentoring. Responsible for meeting Team Member level KPIs as assigned. (Budget, Schedule, Quality, CI)

What we offer

Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)
Employee Development Programs
Overtime pay
RSP matching
Employee Referral Bonuses
Educational Reimbursement Program

Fulltime

Senior Control Systems Software Designer

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create comp...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

42.30 - 58.17 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of progressively responsible experience in industrial automation, specializing in controls software design for complex PLC‑ and robot‑based systems
Demonstrated experience originating and structuring PLC programs, including sequencing, safety behavior, diagnostics, and recovery logic
Proven ability to independently deliver software scope across concurrent projects with minimal oversight
Strong PLC/software architecture, troubleshooting, and root‑cause problem‑solving skills
Clear, professional communication in both technical and customer‑facing situations

Job Responsibility

Provide technical input into system concepts and final design solutions, ensuring control strategies align with overall system requirements
Design and implement control software (PLC‑ and/or PC‑based) aligned with customer specifications and standard ATS programming methods, including program architecture, sequencing, fault handling, safety control, diagnostics, and recovery strategies
Perform full system integration, both in‑house and at customer sites as required
Integrate with motion systems, vision systems, safety devices, lasers, sensors, feeders, printers, and other peripheral equipment
Work cross‑functionally with design, assembly, and management teams to deliver cohesive automation systems
Execute work with awareness of project schedules, scope and budget constraints, raising concerns early when technical decisions may impact delivery

What we offer

Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.)
Employee Development Programs

Fulltime

Control Systems Software Designer

In this role, you design and develop world-class automation solutions. You will ...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

36.54 - 50.24 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

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

What we offer

Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ's and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)
Employee Development Programs

Fulltime

Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

We’re looking for a creative problem-solver who can electrical engineer smart co...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

36.54 - 50.24 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

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

What we offer

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
5% RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities

Fulltime

Senior Control Systems Software Designer

We’re looking for a creative problem-solver who can electrical engineer smart co...

Location

Canada , Cambridge

Salary:

42.31 - 58.17 CAD / Hour

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Planning and leading projects including oversight of a project team
Responsible for project tracking, project milestones and project budget for assigned project including attending project team meetings
Contributing to machine concepts
Design of control software
Integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems
Mentoring more junior members of the controls team
Process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide
Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers

What we offer

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
5% RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Working on challenging engineering projects
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities
A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation

Fulltime

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