Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. is seeking an Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer to join our Life Sciences Systems team in Cambridge, ON.

You will design and develop automation software, integrate with electrical and mechanical systems, and contribute to machine installation worldwide. Responsibilities include programming PLCs/PC-based systems, debugging, and commissioning at the customer site, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent.
• Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
• Effective communication skills; written and spoken.
• Hands-on experience with robotics and control systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software programs (PLC and/ or PC based) for customer/project requirements.
• Debug and commission control systems at facility and at customer sites.
• Travel to customer/supplier sites for installation, commissioning and training as required.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components (robots, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, lasers).
• Ensure documentation and provide customer with training and technical support.

Skills

Programming

Mechanical skills

Electrical problem solving

Education

Post-secondary engineering degree/diploma

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

Motion controllers

Vision systems

Lasers

Job description

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ATS Company: Life Sciences Systems

Requisition ID: 17424

Location:

Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date: Jul 24, 2026

Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

Job Description

MAJOR DUTIES:

As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplined team, you will design and develop world- class automation solutions. Duties involve 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. Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers.

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).
• These responsibilities are subject to change as a function of the individual’s abilities.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.

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.

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
• Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) REQUIREMENTS

• Due to arc flash and shock hazards, voltage-rated gloves and 100% cotton, long-sleeve shirts must be worn at all times when working on live panels.
• Employees must comply at all times with the specific PPE requirements identified on the ARC Flash and Shock Hazard Warning Labels (see below for your information.) These will be posted at Switchgear locations, breaker panels, bus ducts and equipment related power drops.
• Please refer to the Workplace Electrical Safety Program for specific details.