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Senior Controls Design Engineer- Hardware

United States, Lewis Center · Job Posted December 22, 2025
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As a Controls Design Engineer you will be the driving force behind bringing ATS’ machines to life. You will be a part of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working to design and commission world-class automation solutions. You will drive impact in developing machine concepts, designing hardware for electrical/mechanical systems for systems worldwide. You will have the opportunity to design the electrical and pneumatic systems for state-of-the-art automation equipment with PLCs, PCs, Robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, dispense systems, laser systems and other leading-edge technologies.

Job Responsibility

  • Design and develop electrical and pneumatic schematics specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS design approach
  • Create complete electrical schematics including power distribution
  • motor control
  • safety
  • PLC, PC and/or robot I/O
  • analog I/O
  • fuse and wire sizing
  • and detail panel layouts
  • Work directly with customers for concept development and advise customer on solving technical problems
  • Debug and commission electrical / pneumatic systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations
  • Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers
  • Integrate (off-the-shelf) equipment and electronic components into systems including: network and serial communications, motion control equipment, analog instrumentation, vision inspection systems, electrical and ultrasonic welding equipment and other electrically controlled systems
  • Work with mechanical designers during mechanical design reviews to specify sensing devices suitable to applications on factory automation projects
  • Work with the controls software team to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost
  • Problem solve alongside designers, toolmakers and electricians to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system
  • Generate and verify I/O lists for use in the shop by programmers and technicians to assist in construction of equipment and systems
  • Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) 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

Requirements

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering
  • 6+ years of experience in electrical controls systems design, development with experience in robotics, machine building and automation system environments
  • Strong electrical problem solving skills
  • Thorough understanding and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation
  • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with the ability to work either independently and part of a team in fast-paced environments

Nice to have

  • Strong programming and mechanical problem solving skills are an asset
  • Hands-on experience with robotics and control systems is highly desirable

What we offer

  • Flexible work schedules
  • Employee events
  • Free coffee beverages
  • Employee referral program
  • Safety shoe programs
  • Competitive starting salaries
  • Overtime pay eligibility
  • Paid vacation
  • Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • 401K matching program
  • Employee Incentive Bonus program
  • Optional Employee Share Purchase Program
  • Tuition reimbursement programs

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