Systems Designer/Engineer, Nuclear

ATS Industrial Automation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 45,033 - 61,923; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus

Health Care Benefits

Employee Development Programs

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation in Cambridge, Canada, is seeking a Systems Designer/Engineer for nuclear automation projects. The role emphasizes technical leadership, requirements verification, and safety compliance within a collaborative environment.

The chosen candidate will enjoy competitive pay between $32.69 and $44.95 per hour, along with comprehensive health benefits and development programs to foster career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities in design and technical challenges.
• Experience in systems engineering and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee systems engineering activities specific to projects.
• Prepare technical project documents for compliance and safety.
• Lead project technical risk mitigation activities during design stages.

Skills

Subject Matter Expertise

Requirements Verification

Project Technical Leadership

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Verification Matrix

Engineering Simulation Tools

Job description

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. ATS Industrial Automation designs, builds and services mission‑critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers rely on us to deliver what we promise – on time and on budget.

Total Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $32.69 – $44.95 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 snack day, etc.)
• Employee Development Programs

Role Overview

As a Systems Designer/Engineer – Nuclear you are responsible for learning technical aspects of a project and overseeing systems engineering activities specific to the project. You will work with the customer, ATS project manager, and the ATS design, assembly, and software teams to design solutions that meet the customer’s requirements. You will develop into a technical leader by taking on the following roles: 1) become the subject matter expert in the customer’s equipment/system, 2) provide project technical clarity by defining system requirements and validating system capability, and 3) guide the design team from cradle to launch, ensuring project technical requirements are met.

Specific Responsibilities

Subject Matter Expertise

• Learn the customer process and become the local expert to support the design, integration and verification of machines, tools and systems.
• Prepare component and system level analyses, calculations or studies including but not limited to structural integrity, functional capability, drive sizing, accuracy (Gauge R'R), pressure/flow/heat transfer and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare (or assist in the preparation of) technical project documents such as Failure Modes and Effects Analyses, Safety Risk Assessments, ALARA reports, installation/commissioning plans, operating sequence/flowcharts, execution storyboards, operating and maintenance manuals, etc.

Requirements Definition and Verification

• Assist in compiling and documenting design requirements, technical/functional specifications, etc.
• Learn, understand and flow down customer and industry requirements, including applicable codes and standards, to ensure overall machine compliance.
• Prepare vendor technical specifications and interface with vendors of process‑critical third‑party equipment, including acceptance testing and buy‑off of equipment at vendor site.
• Using tools such as a Verification Matrix, plan for verification of all design/system requirements.
• Lead or support requirements verification by evaluating engineering drawings and specifications for conformance to design inputs, performing analysis (calculations, simulations) and testing (POP testing, design validation testing, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing).
• Lead or support planning of Acceptance Testing, including preparation of test plans, ensuring availability of mock‑ups, fixtures, test support equipment, etc., and performing test execution with the customer.

Project Technical Leadership

• Be or support the project technical lead in Design Plan preparation, understand responsibilities for implementation, and perform design‑related activities in accordance with the Design Plan.
• Perform or assist in problem solving and coordination of project engineering work.
• Provide project support during system startup, integration and buy‑off.
• Lead or participate in design reviews with customers, vendors and internal design groups.
• Lead or participate in project technical risk mitigation activities during design stage, preparing CTRAs (Concept Technical Risk Assessments), and performing POP testing.
• Manage or support the technical lead in managing project technical risk throughout the project, highlighting high‑risk areas and creating mitigation plans to reduce risk.

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment

• 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 or incidents to the supervisor.
• Ensure that required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
• Assist in investigating accidents or incidents where applicable.
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.

Why you should join ATS Industrial Automation?

• Be 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.
• Work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and many 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 job‑related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate and 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 other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when a 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.