Entry Level Robotics Automation Engineer Jobs in Ontario

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Can you see yourself as a Robotics Engineer, developing and deploying innovative robotic, autonomous, and remotely operated technologies that improve worker safety, reduce radiation exposure, and support some of Canada's most unique decommissioning and environmental remediation projects? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems, working with emerging technologies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative solutions from concept to implementation? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Apply today!

What you will be doing!

• Supporting the design, development, integration, and implementation of robotic, autonomous, and remotely operated systems.
• Evaluating and supporting the selection of robotic and automation technologies to address operational challenges.
• Configuring and supporting mobile robotic platforms, aerial systems, sensors, and specialized robotic solutions for field applications.
• Developing, maintaining, and improving software applications, control systems, navigation capabilities, mapping tools, and data acquisition systems using modern robotics technologies.
• Evaluating emerging robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and autonomous system technologies to support innovation initiatives.
• Designing and developing proof-of-concept solutions, prototype systems, teleoperation interfaces, and human-machine interaction tools.
• Supporting digital twin, simulation, visualization, and virtual environment projects.
• Supporting the planning, deployment, commissioning, testing, and validation of robotic systems in operational environments.
• Developing deployment procedures, operating instructions, and technical documentation for robotic technologies.
• Analyzing operational and sensor data to identify performance improvements and support future technology applications.
• Performing engineering assessments, technical evaluations, project planning, and reporting activities.
• Collaborating with operations, engineering, environmental remediation, science and technology, facility management, vendors, contractors, universities, and technology partners.
• Supporting training activities, technical documentation development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives related to robotic technologies.
• Presenting technical information and project results to customers, partners, and stakeholders when required.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a closely related discipline from a recognized university.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or the ability to obtain registration, is considered an asset.
• Experience
  • Less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Experience gained through academic projects, co-op placements, internships, research activities, or project work related to robotics, automation, software development, or systems integration.
  • Experience with one or more of the following areas is considered an asset:
    • Robotics Operating System (ROS/ROS2).
    • Python and/or C++.
    • Autonomous navigation.
    • Computer vision.
    • Sensor fusion.
    • Machine learning and artificial intelligence applications.
    • Teleoperation systems.
    • Mobile robotics.
    • SLAM and mapping technologies.
    • Embedded systems.
    • Digital twin technologies.
    • Data visualization and processing.
    • UAVs and autonomous platforms.
    • Knowledge of radiological operations, remote sensing, or nuclear facility environments is considered an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles to robotics, automation, software development, or systems integration projects through academic, research, co-op, or project experience.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrated creativity and innovation in developing technical solutions to complex challenges.
  • Proven ability to learn, adapt, and apply emerging technologies in a rapidly evolving environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and collaborative project environments.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Proven ability to work independently on assigned technical tasks while seeking guidance when appropriate.
  • Demonstrated ability to support the development, integration, testing, and deployment of technical solutions.
  • Working knowledge of robotic, autonomous, remote-operated, and digital technologies and their industrial applications.
  • Demonstrated understanding of decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste management, or nuclear technology applications is considered an asset.
  • Working knowledge of safety-critical or highly regulated environments is considered an asset.
  • Awareness of emerging trends in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and remote handling technologies.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security."

Working Conditions:

• Working schedule: Four (4) days per week, ten (10) hours per day for a forty (40) hour work week.

• This position is part of the CRPEG Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the CRPEG Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you'll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we're reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders-pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation-we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect as part of our team:

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One - no waiting period
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
• A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your longterm financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow
• Restoring and protecting the environment
• Contributing to the health of Canadians

If so, you'll feel right at home at CNL!

Location: Onsite

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you'll have access to unparalleled outdoor adventures and a fantastic work-life balance.

Please note: This is a fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:

• Respect
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Safety
• Integrity
• Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via jobs@cnl.ca. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Metis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.