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Control Systems Specialist - Co-op
RidgeTech Automation —Cambridge, ON
- $22–$26 an hour
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Outlook
- Engineering
- Flexible schedule
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Intern Architect
WalterFedy —Kitchener, ON
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- AutoCAD
- Research
- Microsoft Office
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Intern Diesel Mechanic (Paid)
United Rentals, Inc. —Kitchener, ON
- $19.90–$28.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
- Paid sick leave
Student and Alumni Career Administrator
University of Guelph —Guelph, ON
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
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Structural Engineering Intern/co-op
AECOM —Kitchener, ON
- $25–$27 an hour
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Dental care
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Child Care Assistant (ECE Student) - Summer Position
Ga'nigǫhi:yo Indigenous Child Care and Family Centre —Cambridge, ON
- $19 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
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Program Manager
University of Waterloo —Waterloo, ON
- $80,248.28–$100,310.35 a year
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- Master's degree
- Business development
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Field Engineering Co-Op
Acceldata —Kitchener, ON
- $20–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Computer Science
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Research and Development Engineering Associate (Co-op 8+ Months Preferred)
NERv Technology Inc. D.B.A. FluidAI Medical —Kitchener, ON
- $22–$25 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Presentation skills
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Youth Service Worker
Anishnabeg Outreach Training and Employment Inc —Guelph, ON
- $17.60 an hour
- Contract
- Working with children
- Communication skills
Financial Analyst
Heartland Mutual Insurance —Waterloo, ON
- $56,000–$84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Finance
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Culinary Student Food Stylist ( The Gardens Cambridge )
Zauq Restaurant —Cambridge, ON
- From $17.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Sales
- Customer service
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Business Development Intern
SWIFT SECURITY —Cambridge, ON
- $18–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
- Business development
- Project management
- Flexible schedule
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Senior Control Systems Software Designer
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. —Cambridge, ON
- $42.31–$58.17 an hour
- Engineering
- Travel
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Dental care
Mechanical Designer, Nuclear Service
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. —Cambridge, ON
- $40.38–$55.52 an hour
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Dental care
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Mechanical Designer
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. —Cambridge, ON
- $36.53–$50.24 an hour
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Dental care
Student Researcher, PhD, Winter/Summer 2026
Google —Waterloo, ON
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
Battery Prototyping and Testing Engineer
University of Waterloo —Waterloo, ON
- $78,214.70–$97,768.38 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Laboratory experience
Sales/Marketing Internship
SW Home Reno —Waterloo, ON
- $18–$30 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- No experience needed
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Engineering Co-op Student
Melitron Corporation —Guelph, ON
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Assembly

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Control Systems Specialist - Co-op

RidgeTech Automation
Cambridge, ON

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Job details

Full-time | Internship / Co-op
$22–$26 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Jira
AutoCAD
Microsoft Outlook
Visual Basic
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Post-secondary education
Microsoft Office
Java
SharePoint
HRIS
Class G Licence
Communication skills
Python
HTML
Driving Licence
Time management

Full job description

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

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) completed ($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

Fall 2026 co-op term will be September 8, 2026 to December 23, 2026 (adjustable based on school schedule)
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, June 26 at 4:00pm

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 2 co-op students for the Fall 2026 term

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 [email protected] 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 the RTA website or see what the team has been up to via LinkedIn.

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