Senior Controls Designer

RidgeTech Automation Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

RidgeTech Automation Inc. in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Controls Designer with a strong background in electrical engineering and controls systems.

The role focuses on creating comprehensive electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts, while leading design efforts across projects and mentoring junior staff. Applicants should have a post-secondary degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 5 years in the controls and automation sector, with

Qualifications

• Requires post-secondary degree/diploma in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or Robotics & Automation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in controls and automation.
• Experience with electrical schematic and panel design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and I/O documentation using EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, and SolidWorks (2D/3D).
• Develop power distribution, motor control, safety circuits, and control panel designs per project requirements.
• Act as technical lead for controls design on assigned projects and mentor junior designers.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks

Job description

RidgeTech Automation is seeking a highly skilled Senior Controls Designer to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree/diploma in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or Robotics & Automation. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Controls and Automation industry is essential. Experience in performing the following role responsibilities is required:

Electrical & Controls System Design:

• Create complete electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and I/O documentation using EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, of SolidWorks (2D and 3D)
• Develop power distribution, motor control, safety circuits, and control panel designs in compliance with project requirements

• Apply applicable electrical codes and standards (i.e. UL, IEC, CSA, etc.)

Design Standards & Documentation:

• Establish, maintain, and enforce electrical design standards and best practices
• Produce accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), cable schedules, terminal plans, and panel layouts
• Ensure drawings are complete, consistent, and ready for panel manufacturing, installation, and commissioning

• Perform self-checks and peer reviews to ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables

Project Leadership & Coordination:

• Act as the technical lead for controls design on assigned projects
• Collaborate with team members, i.e. PLC programmers, account managers, and project managers
• Support project quoting by providing design effort estimates, schedules, and technical input

• Participate in design reviews with clients, vendors, and internal team members

Software & Hardware Integration:

• Coordinate electrical design with PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, robotics, and safety system requirements
• Select and specify electrical components, sensors, drives, and control hardware
• Ensure designs align with PLC I/O architecture and field device requirements

Manufacturing & Field Support:

• Provide technical support to panel shop during fabrication and wiring
• Resolve design issues and implement revisions as needed during build and installation
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup activities as required
• Review redlines and ensure final “as-built” documentation is accurate

Continuous Improvement & Mentorship:

• Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, automation, and reuse within EPLAN and ACAD
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance and design reviews
• Stay current with evolving electrical standards, tools, and industry best practices

Safety & Compliance:

• Design systems with a strong focus on personnel safety and machine safeguarding
• Support functional safety concepts and documentation where required
• Ensure all designs meet client specifications and regulatory requirements

RidgeTech Automation Inc. is a control systems integrator. From our headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, we deliver world class designs and software for clients in a wide variety of industries around the globe. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality, most trusted automation solutions in the industry.

RidgeTech Automation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate one another and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We strive to provide engaging, dynamic, and challenging project opportunities to the team. Together, we are Taking Industry to a Higher Level.

RidgeTech Automation team members exhibit the following core values:

• Be Safety Centric
• A Team with Strong Communication
• Provide Quality Services
• Integrity in Everything We Do

Learn more about recent projects on the RTA website or see what the team has been up to via LinkedIn.