Nuclear Services Programmer

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 115,718,000 - 159,802,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Stock purchase plan

3 weeks vacation

Health care benefits

Health care spending account

Employee engagement events

Employee development programs

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation is seeking a Nuclear Services Programmer to develop, test, and implement advanced automation systems for nuclear tooling at customer sites. Occasional travel to sites supports project phases and requires hands-on controls software responsibility.

Requires post-secondary engineering with strong programming, mechanical and electrical skills. You will collaborate with the Nuclear Engineering team and work at Cambridge and customer sites, including shift rotations and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering.
• Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with SCADA and Siemens S7 PLC control systems is desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team with minimal supervision.
• Some experience in maintenance of CANDU reactors and nuclear service tooling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and implement system solutions meeting customer process requirements.
• Lead controls software, with input for hardware and mechanical design.
• Perform shift work at customer sites to support tooling at project phases.
• Coordinate design progress at Cambridge site before/between deployments.

Skills

Programming

Mechanical

Electrical

SCADA

Siemens S7

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (mechanical/electrical/systems/computer)

Tools

Nuclear tooling

Job description

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Requisition ID: 17768

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date: Sep 22, 2026

Nuclear Services Programmer

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

Total Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $40.38 - 55.53 per hour
• 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

MAJOR DUTIES:
Works with the customer and ATS Industrial Automation Inc. Nuclear Engineering team to develop, test, and implement system solutions that meet the customer's process requirements including prototype machines or systems. Direct responsibility for controls software systems, with input and support for controls hardware and mechanical design. The expectation is to perform shift work at customer sites to support tooling at various project phases. Typical schedule rotations can include standard Monday-Friday 8 hour days, Monday-Thursday 10 hour days or nights, or 4 on 4 off 12 hour days and nights. The position will also require time at ATS in Cambridge before and between site deployments, to progress design and upgrade project work.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for the system or tooling testing through execution of testing and preparation of test reports.
• Responsible for learning a customer process and becoming the local expert in it to support the execution of the MCR project.
• Provide input and technical support to the Fuel Channel and Feeder Replacement construction team.
• Assist the maintenance crews with resolving issues associated with maintenance and testing of nuclear service tools.
• Assist with training of personnel with the operation of specialized nuclear service tools.
• Setup of controls, computer systems and cabling for tool testing and troubleshooting operations.
• Assist in the preparation of a recovery plan or the implementation of a troubleshooting plan when work begins to deviate from the plan.
• Identify risks and contribute to technical decision making. Interacts with the customer on technical and logistical issues while representing ATS in a professional and courteous manner.
• Develop expert level understanding of nuclear execution project processes and advises on interfacing between digital and physical equipment.
• Generate effective shift communications including shift logs, event reports, data analysis, and turnovers with high quality technical writing and sufficient levels of detail.
• Take ownership over project success and contribute to driving production efficiency. Identify areas for improvement or cost reduction.
• 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.
• Other duties may be assigned or subject to change in alignment with customer requirements.
• Coordinate and execute project deliverables on schedule and budget.
• Responsible for communicating schedule update and progress on tasks to the Manager, Nuclear Service and the Project Manager.
• Assists with continuous systems design improvements on all nuclear tooling and processes.

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.
• Understanding of SCADA, Siemens S7 PLC 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.
• Some experience in maintenance of CANDU reactors and a practical working knowledge of nuclear service tooling.
• Specific experience with assembly and testing of nuclear service tooling.
• A practical working knowledge of the Quality Systems, codes and standards associated with nuclear maintenance (CSA N285, CSA Z299, CSA N299) is required.
• Working knowledge and experience using computer software applications, including Microsoft Office software.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work in a team environment (i.e. good interpersonal skills).
• Project engineering and/or project management experience is an asset.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to work as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW) and work in radioactive environments including nuclear site work.
• Willingness and ability to work Bruce Power facilities in Kincardine and Tiverton and a variety of work shifts (including night shifts) as required.
• Must be able to be pass Bruce Power, OPG and/or CNL security clearances to perform short-term assignments at their CNSC‑licensed sites on an “as‑required” basis. Occasional work at these temporary work headquarters is required.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Workers:

All employees have the responsibility to work in a healthy and safe manner, report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner, and participate in the safety culture of the organization.

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include:

• Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements.
• 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, defect in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable.

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.

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job‑related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

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 personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

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