Control Systems Software Specialist

AtkinsRéalis•Mississauga, ON

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team as a Control System Software Specialist leading complex software and control design, construction, and commissioning activities for major industrial and nuclear projects. You will oversee technical documentation, guide engineering teams, and collaborate closely with clients and suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions. This role is ideal for a candidate with extensive experience in Siemens PLC programming and Siemens SCADA programming. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy solving critical engineering challenges, we would love to meet you.

Requirements

Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent degree as recognized by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
15+ years of relevant design implementation/construction support experience (experience with green field construction and/or nuclear industry are assets).
Experience with Siemens PLC programming experience – Step 7, S7-SCL, S7-GRAPH, S7-Starter, SIMATIC NET, WinCC Flexible and S7 Distributed Safety.
Experience in Siemens SCADA programming experience – WinCC Classic.
Experience in Siemens PROFIBUS and PROFINET.
PELCO experience (Endura Certified System Technician an asset)
Experience in interpreting electrical drawings and Engineering Change Control.
Good working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, such as of CSA 22.1, Canadian Electrical Code Part I and The Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC).
Excellent organization and effective problem-solving skills.
Willing to travel to and potentially work at Project sites to meet corporate needs.

Nice To Haves

Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario and member in good standing or eligible to obtain such registration within 6 months of hiring.
Experience in executing projects that are subject to import/export controls.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Level 2 security clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of junior engineers, in Siemens PLC custom programming for specialized engineered tooling.
Perform programming/engineering work following internal as well our clients’ procedures and QA programs, and applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Perform programming troubleshooting and testing activities.
Integrating software and hardware components and preparing/approving software engineering documents such as test procedures, test reports, operation manuals etc.
Coordinate and interface with client(s), suppliers, stakeholders, provide technical guidance and instruction to Designers/Drafters to execute assigned engineering work.
Provide prompt response and engineering resolutions on any critical engineering related matters.
Perform field walk-downs during different design phases and prepare Walkdown reports as required.