6 Control Systems jobs in Canada

Job Description

Salary:

Join us in Advancing the Environmental Global Impact within the Rail Industry

For nearly 40 years, ZTR has designed, developed and released products that have a positive environmental impact within the Rail Industry. Planning for an environmentally sustainable future means taking action today in preparation for tomorrow. Everyone has a role to play and we take ours seriously.

What Youll be Doing!

As a Control Systems Developer, you will contribute to complex engineering projects and products through designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications using object oriented programming, industrial programming, communication protocols and more!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, create and maintain product-centric functional PLC and HMI programs.
• Support and maintain development through all stages of the CI/CD lifecycle
• Identifying and implementing operational improvements
• Create and apply innovative algorithms for mechanical and electrical system controls
• Implementing changes to existing and creating new engineering designs with respect to control systems hardware and software
• Conduct code reviews, regression testing, end-to-end testing, debugging, and more
• Contribute to projects and post-deployment activities by providing technical documentation, adhering to coding standards, and troubleshooting issues.
• Execute on-site control system and software commissioning at global rail locations
  

Who are you?:

• 5+ years of experience in controls and/or software development
• A related degree or diploma inElectrical, Mechatronics, Control or Electronic
• Experienced in all phases of the development life cycle
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Proficient in PLCs (Siemens, Rockwell, etc.)
• Profound understanding of control algorithms and design practices
• Knowledgeable in industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, CAN etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate to an array of technical and non-technical audiences
• Passion for learning and keeping up to date with new technologies
• Ability to travel and work in industrial environments
  

Please apply even if you dont qualify for all responsibilities or skills, we still want to hear from you!

Why Choose ZTR?

At ZTR, we continuously promote a healthy balance between work, fun and family. This is a place where employees make a difference in our company and within our customers organizations. You will have the ability to direct your career path at ZTR as we are rapidly growing with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are looking for flexible, compassionate and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced working environment, and who are looking for long-term, meaningful employment in a career that makes a real difference.

ZTR Control Systems provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources. We will address information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants in confidence.

Job Description

Salary:

The Co-op Student will be responsible for contributing to technical projects and tasks as assigned by the Systems Integration Manager. During the work term, they will be expected to learn, take initiative, and contribute to ongoing business activities. When possible, Co-op Students are assigned to ongoing projects and will work under the direction of a Team Lead. They may receive mentorship and support from other members of the RidgeTech team, working independently or as part of a team throughout their work term.

Job Summary

• Adhere to the RidgeTech Automation Company Policies and uphold the Health & Safety Program
• Participate in the design and programming of projects such as:
  • Electrical and Fluid Power designs using EPLAN and AutoCAD software
  • PLC & HMI software development using Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Toyopuc
  • SCADA/MES development using Ignition and WonderWare
  • Robot programming and set-up using ABB, Fanuc, Motoman, Nachi, Kuka
  • Motion control systems using Rockwell, Siemens, Bosch
  • Peripheral systems including vision systems, marking systems, weld systems, etc.
• Utilize Jira to track tasks and work completed, including capturing continuous improvement changes and updating tickets with sufficient detail to build relevant history on task execution
• Support client relationships and project scope under the direction of Team Leads or Managers, including communicating progress, client project opportunities, and providing necessary updates
• Participate in the testing, commissioning and debugging of automation systems (remotely or physically) at client sites as required
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, current and stored appropriately
• Remain current with, and be able to find, applicable standards, codes and rules relevant to the work being done
• Support and take an active role in learning other aspects of RidgeTech Automation's core business
• Utilize non-chargeable time in an efficient and productive manner
• Other duties as assigned to support other Team Members and RTA business operations

Skills and Qualifications

• Current enrolment in a post-secondary degree/diploma co-op program in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Robotics & Automation, or equivalent
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitudes and the desire to learn in the automation industry, specifically with regards to electrical drawing review, standard coding practices for PLC/HMI/Robotic systems, motion control and other devices typically found in industrial control systems
• Positive attitude and ability to communicate well with both clients and team members.
• Ability to follow instructions and work on tasks with individual steps broken down
• Highly motivated team player with a continued openness to learn new troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Time management skills and ability to manage and own tasks with the support of a team environment
• Desire to learn, complete training, and provide value when executing non-chargeable work
• Flexibility and willingness to work with a multitude of vendors' hardware and software
• Experience with Java, HTML, Python, Visual Basic, and/or database programming would be considered an asset

Other Requirements

• Valid Class G license
• Reliable and dependable transportation
• Ability to travel locally to support clients as required

What We Offer

• Hourly pay rate based on applicable work term(s) ($22-$26/hour)
• Variety of work opportunities (industries, platforms, types of projects) depending on work available during the co-op term
• Cell phone allowance and coverage for other work-related expenses as per RidgeTech Automation policies
• Social events & giveaways

Working Hours & Locations

• Winter 2026 co-op term will be January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026
• The core of the position will be 40 hours per week Monday to Friday (commonly 8:00am-4:30pm)
• Flexible hours depending on office time or project work
• Team Members must be able to work from the office in Cambridge, ON and local client sites
• On-site hours will depend on client requirements and will be discussed as applicable
• There may be additional opportunities for after-hours or weekend on-site client support

Application Deadline is Friday, September 12 at 9:00am.

• Resume required
• Application questions to confirm requirements (eligible program, driver's license, vehicle), current (unofficial) transcript, preferred placement length (4 or 8 months)

Job Status:Currently vacant actively hiring for a minimum of 1 co-op student for the winter 2026 term

Public Job Posting:September 2 to September 30

Application/ Hiring Process

• Applications are reviewed following the deadline and interviews will take place virtually within a week of the deadline
• Updates regarding applications or interviews are sent directly via e-mail from BambooHR
• Please check your spam/junk folder if you have not received an update (updates will not be provided for duplicate applications)
• We use BambooHR as our HRIS to manage applications and to follow up with candidates (RTA does not use this or any other system for AI during the hiring process at this time)
• Please contact if you require accommodation or assistance during the hiring process

About Us

RidgeTech Automation Inc. is a control systems integrator. From our headquarters in Cambridge, ON, Canada, we deliver world class designs and software for clients in a wide variety of industries around the globe. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality, most trusted automation solutions in the industry.

RidgeTech Automation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate one another and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Team Members. We strive to provide engaging, dynamic, and challenging project opportunities to the team. Together, we are Taking Industry to a Higher Level.

RidgeTech Automation Team Members exhibit the following core values:

• Be Safety Centric
• A Team with Strong Communication
• Provide Quality Services
• Integrity in Everything We Do

Learn more about recent projects on theRTA websiteor see what the team has been up to viaLinkedIn.

Job Description

Our Products

Our software products involve industrial plant automation (eg. opening and closing material gates, controlling conveyor belts, monitoring material flow, reading weigh scales and pulse meters, all in real time) and product dispatch (eg. dispatching orders to production plants, monitoring fleets of delivery trucks via GPS, load-balancing and optimizing workload across multiple production locations).

This position will focus mainly on C# development using ASP.NET, though there are React, WPF, and C++ development opportunities as well.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing new software features
• Participating in team discussions and analyzing customer feedback
• Testing and maintaining existing functionality

Candidates must have:

• Eagerness to learn new languages, frameworks and communication protocols
• Experience building web applications with ASP.NET
• Experience with object-oriented development
• Outstanding attention to detail and communication skills

Major bonus points:

• Experience using the .NET platform (specifically C#, ASP.NET MVC and WebAPI)
• Experience with client-server programming, unit testing, and dependency injection
• Experience with React
  

MPAQ Automation Inc. is a software company based in Mississauga, ON, specializing in automation, dispatch, and control systems. We react quickly to the needs of our customers, and provide outstanding customer support. We also love to fire up the BBQ for lunch once in a while on sunny days.

We use modern software tools and technologies (Visual Studio, SQL Server, IIS) and organizational tools (distributed version control, issue tracking, internal wiki).

Our office atmosphere is casual. There is no strict dress code, and working hours are flexible. Our team is highly autonomous, and we favour candidates who can run with new ideas. We're a fun group with a sense of humor, and we work hard to produce and support usable, effective software.

Thanks for reading, we look forward to hearing from you!