Junior Systems Design Engineer I

ATS Industrial Automation Inc.; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation Inc. in the United States is seeking a Junior Systems Design Engineer – Nuclear to contribute to the design and delivery of high‑reliability engineered systems for nuclear and regulated industrial applications.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to translate customer and regulatory requirements into robust system designs, participate in lifecycle activities from concept through commissioning, and grow under the guidance of senior engineers in a collaborative

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of system requirements and verification plans.
• Support requirements flow-down to subsystems and third-party equipment.
• Participate in verification activities including analysis, testing and inspection.
• Assist with acceptance testing such as factory and site acceptance tests.
• Evaluate design outputs for conformance to defined requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation such as verification matrices and test reports.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating technical risks through problem-solving and design validation.

Job description

About ATS Industrial Automation

With 20+ Years of experience bringing automation to nuclear projects, ATS Industrial Automation is expanding the capabilities of its existing nuclear division into the US. ATS provides world-leading automation tooling to the nuclear energy sector for new reactor builds, refurbishment, operations and maintenance.

Job Description

About ATS Industrial Automation

With 20+ Years of experience bringing automation to nuclear projects, ATS Industrial Automation is expanding the capabilities of its existing nuclear division into the US. ATS provides world-leading automation tooling to the nuclear energy sector for new reactor builds, refurbishment, operations and maintenance.

About The Role

As a Junior Systems Design Engineer – Nuclear, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of complex, high-reliability engineered systems supporting advanced nuclear and regulated industrial applications. Working as part of a multidisciplinary project team, you will help translate customer and regulatory requirements into robust system designs, gaining hands‑on exposure to the full system lifecycle—from early concept development through detailed design, integration, testing, and commissioning. This role offers the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of customer processes and technology while contributing to solutions where safety, quality, and performance are critical.

This position is well suited for an early‑career engineer who is eager to grow technical depth and systems thinking capability in a highly collaborative environment. You will be supported by experienced engineers while progressively building ownership of system requirements, technical risk mitigation, and verification activities. Through direct involvement in design reviews, analysis, proof‑of‑principle testing, and on‑site support, you will develop into a trusted technical contributor and subject matter expert, helping deliver innovative, compliant, and reliable systems that make a real‑world impact.

Specific Responsibilities

Supports the Development of System Requirements Definition and Verification

• Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of system-level requirements, including functional, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Support requirements flow-down to subsystems, components, and third‑party equipment under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in requirements verification planning and execution, including analysis, testing, and inspection activities.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of acceptance testing activities such as proof‑of‑principle testing, factory acceptance testing, and site acceptance testing.
• Evaluate design outputs (drawings, calculations, specifications, and test results) for conformance to defined requirements.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation such as verification matrices, test plans, and acceptance test reports.
• Assist in the identification and mitigation of technical risks through structured problem‑solving and design validation activities.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Learn and develop an understanding of customer processes, system functionality, and applicable nuclear and industrial standards.
• Support system-level and component‑level analysis and calculations, such as functional capability, accuracy, structural considerations, pressure/flow, heat transfer, and reliability, as applicable.
• Assist in the preparation of technical studies, calculations, and design assessments to support system performance and compliance.
• Support the development of risk assessments, including Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEAs) and Safety Risk Assessments.
• Assist with proof‑of‑principle studies and hands‑on testing to validate design assumptions and reduce technical risk.
• Develop familiarity with applicable codes, standards, quality requirements, and regulatory expectations relevant to nuclear and high‑reliability systems.

Work Cross‑Functionally With Other Teams

• Work collaboratively with mechanical, electrical, controls, software, assembly, and project management teams to support system design and execution.
• Participate in internal and customer design reviews, contribute technical input and learn best practices for design evaluation.
• Support coordination with third‑party vendors of process‑critical equipment, including review of technical specifications and participation in acceptance testing.
• Assist with system integration, startup, commissioning, and buy‑off activities, including on‑site support when required.
• Communicate technical information clearly and effectively within the project team and with customers, with support from senior engineers.

Additional Responsibilities

• First‑of‑a‑kind development efforts, continuous improvement initiatives, and product or process enhancements.
• Assist with problem identification and resolution across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Follow established engineering processes, quality requirements, and health and safety procedures.