Control Systems Engineer

Alithya

Control Systems Engineer collaborating on nuclear industry projects to deliver technical documentation and systems. Working with a technical team to handle engineering tasks and client needs.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timePickering • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$100,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

PLC programmingSCADA programmingIEC61131 languagescontrol systems developmentengineering documentationtesting documentationhardware designsoftware designinstrumentation designcontrol systems configuration

Soft Skills

client-facingresults-drivenflexibilityownershipcommunication

Tools & Technologies

Schneider-ElectricSiemensHMInuclear industryelectrical drafting tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer scienceBachelor's degree in engineeringProfessional Engineer licence in Ontario

Industry Keywords

nuclear industrycontrol systemscommissioninginstallationtechnical documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As a control systems engineer, you’ll work as part of a technical project team on technically challenging and interesting projects, mostly within the nuclear industry, to deliver technical documentation, hardware, and software to clients.
Produce requirements and design documents related to the project scope;
Create testing documents as needed;
Write code for PLCs, HMIs, and SCADAs (e.g., Schneider-Electric, Siemens);
Run rounds of testing as required pertaining to the project scope.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (or similar post-secondary education) in computer science or engineering, with demonstrated academic excellence;
Minimum of 4 years of experience developing and testing control systems;
Experience creating engineering documentation;
In-depth knowledge of PLCs and SCADA programming and configuration, including familiarity with several IEC61131 languages;
Confidence in client-facing situations;
Results-driven and flexible, with a strong sense of ownership of tasks.
Extra edge: Professional Engineer licence in Ontario (or pursuing); Experience in the nuclear industry; Commissioning and installation experience; Ability to design instrumentation and control systems, and familiarity using electrical drafting tools.
Language skills: English: Proficient

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work-life balance helps us stay at our best. With flexible work options and our Unlimited Vacation Plan, you can rest and recharge when you need it most.
Our benefits are designed with optimal health and wellness in mind. You’ll have access to 24/7 virtual healthcare, as well as an extensive wellness portal that provides tools and resources to support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
Through partnerships with world-renowned education leaders, we provide access to thousands of top-rated online courses and certifications. With exclusive leadership programs and a tuition reimbursement program for external training, we set you up to achieve your ambitions.
Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan with matched contributions, you become a shareholder, directly benefiting from our collective achievements.