Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:ATS Company: Life Sciences SystemsRequisition ID: 16135Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7Date: Mar 13, 2026Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer
The world isn’t standing still, and neither is
ATS Life Sciences
- We don’t follow the trends. We set themAre you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing
ATS Life Sciences Systems
team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.
Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer
We’re looking for a creative problem-solver who can electrical engineer smart control software that drives efficiency, precision, and automation innovation.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUCompensation: $36.54 to $50.24 CAD per hourAnnual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus5% RRSP matchStock purchase planStarting 3 weeks of vacationBenefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending accountHalf-Day FridaysContinuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.
A chance to contribute to something bigger
- advancing the future of healthcare through automation.

Job Description

As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplined team, you will design and develop world-class automation solutions. Duties involve contributing to machine concepts, design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers.
SPECIFIC

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation.
Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties.
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers.
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
Provide accurate documentation for each project.
Advise customer on solving technical problems.
Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.
E. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
These responsibilities are subject to change as a function of the individual’s abilities.
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures.
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.
Qualifications

Education:
A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering.

Experience:
Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operatio