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Systems Engineer

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$80K - CA$107K/yr

Reporting to the Senior Systems Engineer, this role will leverage Systems (and Software ... Must meet export control and security requirements, including compliance with the Canadian ...

Quantum Space

Experience developing system requirements, interface control documentation, verification plans, and ... Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, executive leadership, customers, and government ...

Lightmatter

Collaborate with control-system and test engineers to define production test and validation protocols, as well as to characterize components and debug test results from prototype level to validation

Moneris

Systems Engineer

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$100K - CA$142K/yr

Systems Engineer Your Moneris Career - The Opportunity Join the Platform Services and Systems ... source control practices. * Broad infrastructure experience across VMware vSphere, Nutanix AHV ...

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What types of projects can a control systems engineer intern expect to work on, and how do these experiences support long-term career growth?

As a Control Systems Engineer Intern, you can expect to be involved in projects such as designing, testing, and implementing automation solutions, developing control algorithms, or supporting process optimization initiatives. These projects often involve collaborating with senior engineers, software developers, and maintenance teams, giving you exposure to real-world challenges and the opportunity to develop technical and problem-solving skills. By participating in hands-on tasks and cross-functional teamwork, you lay a strong foundation for advancement into roles like Control Systems Engineer or Automation Engineer after graduation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a control systems engineer intern, and why are they important?

To excel as a Control Systems Engineer Intern, you should have a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, control theory, and basic programming, often supported by ongoing or completed coursework toward a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, MATLAB/Simulink, and industry-standard simulation tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you contribute to team projects and adapt to fast-paced technical environments. These skills and qualities ensure you can support the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of control systems, which are critical for safe and efficient automation processes.

What does a control systems engineer intern do?

A Control Systems Engineer Intern assists in designing, developing, and testing systems that automate and control processes in industries such as manufacturing, energy, or robotics. They often work under the supervision of experienced engineers to create and optimize control algorithms, configure hardware, and troubleshoot system issues. The internship typically involves hands-on experience with software tools, control equipment, and real-world projects, allowing interns to apply theoretical knowledge from their studies. This role helps interns gain valuable practical skills and a deeper understanding of how control systems are engineered and maintained.

What is the difference between Control Systems Engineer Intern vs Control Systems Engineer?

AspectControl Systems Engineer InternControl Systems Engineer
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or master's degree in engineering, often with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level projectsFull-time professional role, responsible for designing and maintaining control systems
Employer & Industry UsageInternships in manufacturing, automation, aerospace, and related industriesFull-time positions in similar industries, with greater responsibilities

The main difference between a Control Systems Engineer Intern and a Control Systems Engineer is experience and responsibility. Interns are typically students or recent graduates gaining practical experience, while engineers are full-time professionals managing complex control systems projects.

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Senior Control Systems Software Designer

ATS Automation

Cambridge, ON • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

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. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget.  Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Job Description

Job Details

Total Compensation & Benefits:

  • Pay Rate: $42.3 - $58.17
  • 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 treat day, etc.)
  • Employee Development Programs

High ownership. Deep technical execution. Trusted delivery.

Controls Software Designers on our team create robust, production‑ready automation solutions that operate in demanding industrial environments. We work on complex systems where reliability, performance, and execution quality are critical. Designers stay closely connected to system behavior during integration and site installation, using practical experience to refine designs and elevate future solutions.

Our projects support nuclear industries, consumer products, specialized industrial equipment, automotive manufacturing, and other high‑performance production environments.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide technical input into system concepts and final design solutions, ensuring control strategies align with overall system requirements
  • Design and implement control software (PLC‑ and/or PC‑based) aligned with customer specifications and standard ATS programming methods, including program architecture, sequencing, fault handling, safety control, diagnostics, and recovery strategies.
  • Perform full system integration, both in‑house and at customer sites as required.  Integrate with motion systems, vision systems, safety devices, lasers, sensors, feeders, printers, and other peripheral equipment.
  • Work cross‑functionally with design, assembly, and management teams to deliver cohesive automation systems.
  • Execute work with awareness of project schedules, scope and budget constraints, raising concerns early when technical decisions may impact delivery.
Resonsibilities

How You’ll Work

  • Take ownership of assigned software scope and deliver against agreed project loading and milestone commitments.
  • Operate as a self‑starter, taking initiative to move work forward and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
  • Support multiple concurrent projects without sacrificing quality or predictability.
  • Accurately track time to project and indirect codes and communicate risks, scope changes, conflicts, or capacity constraints early and consistently.
  • Develop software in compliance with approved engineering procedures, quality requirements, and review practices.

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in industrial automation, specializing in controls software design for complex PLC‑ and robot‑based systems.
  • Demonstrated experience originating and structuring PLC programs, including sequencing, safety behavior, diagnostics, and recovery logic.
  • Proven ability to independently deliver software scope across concurrent projects with minimal oversight
  • Strong PLC/software architecture, troubleshooting, and root‑cause problem‑solving skills.
  • Clear, professional communication in both technical and customer‑facing situations.

Nice to Have

  • Post‑secondary Engineering Degree or Diploma (Electrical, Automation, Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent).
  • Familiarity with industrial network architectures, including VLAN segmentation, managed switches, and PLC‑based Ethernet networks (PROFINET / EtherNet/IP)
  • Hands‑on experience with:
    • Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, ControlLogix, GuardLogix, FactoryTalk)
    • Siemens (TIA Portal, S7‑1500, PROFINET / PROFIBUS, distributed safety)

What Success Looks Like

  • Software programs are clean, well structured, maintainable, and purpose‑built
  • Integration issues are anticipated and addressed early
  • Software behaves predictably across normal operation, fault conditions, and recovery
  • Technical decisions balance quality, schedule, and practical constraints
  • Work is delivered on schedule and within project budget expectations
  • Your input is trusted by project teams

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

  • Be a 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
  • We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots 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 the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as 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/or other benefits. Details of these benefits will be provided when the 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 a personal disability. We would ask that 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. 

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