Senior Control Systems Software Designer

ATS Corporation

Control Systems Software Designer at ATS designing world-class automation solutions. Leading projects and mentoring junior team members while advancing healthcare through technology.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeCambridge • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$42 - CA$58 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing automation solutions, integrating software with electrical and mechanical systems, and leading project teams. Proficient in programming and problem-solving within robotics and control systems, with a strong focus on project management and customer training.

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Automation Solution DesignProject ManagementPLC ProgrammingRobotics IntegrationMechanical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

ProgrammingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringControl SystemsMachine OperationProcess DevelopmentMachine InstallationSoftware TestingTechnical DocumentationProject Budgeting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoringSelf-StarterProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

PLCPCRoboticsMotion ControllersVision SystemsLasers

Certifications & Qualifications

Post-Secondary Engineering DegreeDiploma in Engineering

Industry Keywords

AutomationMachine DesignControl SoftwareProject TrackingCustomer Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop world-class automation solutions.
Plan and lead projects including oversight of a project team.
Responsible for project tracking, project milestones and project budget for assigned project.
Contribute to machine concepts and design of control software.
Integrate software with electrical and mechanical systems.
Mentor more junior members of the controls team.
Perform process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide.
Lead programming and integration assignments utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, lasers, and other controllers.
Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
Provide accurate documentation for each project.
Advise customers on solving technical problems and provide training specific to their current project.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering.
Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Understanding of robotics, 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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus 5%
RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Working on challenging engineering projects.
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.
A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.