Senior Controls Designer

At RidgeTech, a Controls Designer is more than a job title. It's an opportunity to work on challenging projects, with talented teammates, and a freedom to innovate. If you're an experienced controls designer seeking your next opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we'd like to talk.

Successful candidates will have:

• a post-secondary degree/diploma in Electrical Engineering, Robotics & Automation, or equivalent program 
• a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Controls and Automation industry 
• a professional and adaptable attitude; to keep learning and mentoring others 

Experience in performing the following role responsibilities is required:

Electrical & Controls System Design:

• Create complete electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and I/O documentation using EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, of SolidWorks (2D and 3D)
• Develop power distribution, motor control, safety circuits, and control panel designs in compliance with project requirements

• Apply applicable electrical codes and standards (i.e. UL, IEC, CSA, etc.)

Design Standards & Documentation:

• Establish, maintain, and enforce electrical design standards and best practices
• Produce accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), cable schedules, terminal plans, and panel layouts
• Ensure drawings are complete, consistent, and ready for panel manufacturing, installation, and commissioning

• Perform self-checks and peer reviews to ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables

Project Leadership & Coordination:

• Act as the technical lead for controls design on assigned projects
• Collaborate with team members, i.e. PLC programmers, account managers, and project managers
• Support project quoting by providing design effort estimates, schedules, and technical input

• Participate in design reviews with clients, vendors, and internal team members

Software & Hardware Integration:

• Coordinate electrical design with PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, robotics, and safety system requirements
• Select and specify electrical components, sensors, drives, and control hardware
• Ensure designs align with PLC I/O architecture and field device requirements

Manufacturing & Field Support:

• Provide technical support to panel shop during fabrication and wiring
• Resolve design issues and implement revisions as needed during build and installation
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup activities as required
• Review redlines and ensure final “as-built” documentation is accurate

Continuous Improvement & Mentorship:

• Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency and automation
• Mentor other designers and provide technical guidance and design reviews
• Stay current with evolving electrical standards, tools, and industry best practices

Safety & Compliance:

• Design systems with a strong focus on personnel safety and machine safeguarding
• Support functional safety concepts and documentation where required
• Ensure all designs meet client specifications and regulatory requirements

Team Member Rewards & Recognition 

• Team Members receive hourly remuneration based on experience, between $45.96-$55.16 per hour.
• Additional compensation for over time or double time, as approved to meet project requirements 
• This role is on-site, in-person at the Cambridge office; free parking, sit/stand desks, and other amenities provided
• Flexible start/end times as projects allow, based on a 40 hour work week, core hours to flex around are 9:00-3:30
• Vacation Percentage & Personal Days that grow with years of service 
• Fully funded health, dental, and travel group benefits plan after 3 months of service 
• Wellness & Safety accounts available after 6 months of service
• Paid training, opportunities for development, GRSP matching program, profit sharing, and other team member programs 

Job Posting Details

• Vacancy: New Role to Grow the Team
• Role re-posted to find the right candidate
• Posting Deadline: Tuesday, October 27th at 9:00am

Application & Hiring Process 

• We use BambooHR to manage applications received and follow up with candidates 
• Applications are reviewed by a human. At this time, AI is only used as a Note Taker during interviews with candidates permission. 
• If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact recruiting@ridgetech.com 

RidgeTech Automation Inc. is a control systems integrator. From our headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, 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 the RTA website or see what the team has been up to via LinkedIn.