Controls Engineer II

ATS Company: ATS Corporation

Requisition

Location:

Rolling Meadows, IL, US,

Date:
May 20, 2026

Controls Engineer II

Controls Engineer II

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Benefits:

* Compensation: $82,500 - $96,000 USD per annum

* Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus

* 5% RRSP match

* Stock purchase plan

* Starting 3 weeks of vacation

* Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account

* Half-Day Fridays

* Working on challenging engineering projects.

* Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.

* A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.

Job Description

The Controls Engineer II develops the electrical design for automated equipment according to customer and internal specifications; develops and programs automated equipment hardware and software according to customer and internal specifications; capable of being the Controls Engineering Lead on small to medium size machines ($500K - $1.5M), or any size replication project.

ESSENTIAL

JOB DUTIES:

Primary:

* Lead the development of controls architecture for small to medium sized machines.

* Program control and vision systems for cam, servo, and air operated stations, along with test and electrical devices.

* Ensure the electrical design and software architecture is functional, robust, and cost effective.

* Innovate and use good judgment to incorporate ATS Life Sciences Chicago standards and regulatory requirements.

* Research and specify appropriate purchased and preferred components.

* Create electrical wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, bill of materials, organize release packages, and update schematics.

* Participate in internal and customer design reviews, installations, and service calls when needed.

* Guide Electricians in wiring and codes. Support software validation requirements.

* Work with suppliers to find/develop the most functional and economical solutions to design issues.

* Participate in the Project Execution Plan meeting, developing the controls engineering execution plan. Work under the confines of the project schedule and budget.

* Problem-solve with Mechanical Builders and Electricians, debug software issues and update all appropriate documentation.

* Communicate ideas and comprehend information both verbally and in written form.

* Work closely with Mechanical Engineering and Assembly and exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views.

* Help guide and mentor level I Controls Engineers with the execution of their projects.

Secondary:

* Contribute to the development and maintenance of ATS Life Sciences Chicago internal and international standards.

* Full compliance with the terms and conditions within the employee signed work from home policy.

* Set and maintain departmental goals in keeping with company objectives.

* Support and participate in quality management program.

* Provide necessary documentation and support for machinery operating manuals.

* Make recommendations for quality and cost improvements.

* Keeps abreast of current product developments.

* Domestic or International travel or extended workday if required.

* Adhere to International Standardization Organization (ISO) standards.

* Prioritize, plan and organize work and workspace.

* Comply with all ATS Company policies.

* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

* Preferred college degree in electrical engineering, engineering related field or equivalent experience.

* Two to six (2-6) years of automation experience.

* Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC's, HMI's, Servo control, and electrical design.

* Proficient with computers, including programs such as Eplan, AutoCAD, Solid Works, Microsoft Office suite, etc.

* Able to operate fax machines, copiers and printers/plotters, etc.

* Able to use inspection and measuring tools such as scales, calipers, micrometers, multi-meters, dB meters, etc.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

* The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.

* Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

* Visual acuity - Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.

* Hearing ability - Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.

* Working conditions - The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting the manufacturing floor.

* Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time

Health, Safety & Environmental

All employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.

Health, Safety and Environment include:

* 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…