{"id":657768,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ridgetech-control-systems-specialist-co-op-student","title":"Control Systems Specialist - Co-op Student","company":{"id":685646,"name":"RidgeTech Automation Inc.","domain":"ridgetech.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/ridgetech","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"BambooHR","truth_index":null},"role":"Enterprise Apps","role_family":"Enterprise Apps","seniority":"intern","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Cambridge, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AutoCAD","optional":false},{"name":"Java","optional":false},{"name":"Jira","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Outlook","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"SharePoint","optional":false},{"name":"Visual Basic","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-09T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-09","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T17:45:49Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":14,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":14},"description":"RidgeTech Automation co-op program offers an opportunity to gain practical experience, expand your technical expertise, and work on projects that support critical business operations. Through hands-on learning and supportive mentorship, you'll develop skills that prepare you for a successful career. The students who thrive in our environment are those who arrive ready to learn, take ownership of their work, seek opportunities to contribute, and actively support the success of the team.\nAs projects allow, system integration co-op students will take an active role in electrical design, PLC programming, HMI design, robotic programming, project management, or other technical tasks. Co-op students will work independently or as part of a team, while receiving direction, guidance, and mentorship from the RidgeTech team.\nJob Summary\nAdhere to the RidgeTech Automation Company Policies and uphold the Health & Safety Program\nParticipate in the design and programming of projects such as:Electrical and Fluid Power designs using EPLAN and AutoCAD software\nPLC & HMI software development using Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Toyopuc\nSCADA/MES development using Ignition and WonderWare\nRobot programming and set-up using ABB, Fanuc, Motoman, Nachi, Kuka\nMotion control systems using Rockwell, Siemens, Bosch\nPeripheral systems including vision systems, marking systems, weld systems, etc.\n\nUtilize 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 \nSupport client relationships and project scope under the direction of Team Leads or Managers, including communicating progress, client project opportunities, and providing necessary updates\nParticipate in the testing, commissioning and debugging of automation systems (remotely or physically) at client sites as required \nEnsure project documentation is accurate, complete, current and stored appropriately\nRemain current with, and be able to find, applicable standards, codes and rules relevant to the work being done\nSupport and take an active role in learning other aspects of RidgeTech Automation's core business\nUtilize non-chargeable time in an efficient and productive manner \nOther duties as assigned to support other Team Members and RTA business operations\nSkills and Qualifications\nCurrent enrolment in a post-secondary degree/diploma co-op program in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Robotics & Automation, or equivalent\nStrong 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\nPositive attitude and ability to communicate well with both clients and team members\nAbility to follow instructions and work on tasks with individual steps broken down \nHighly motivated team player with a continued openness to learn new troubleshooting and problem-solving skills \nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)\nTime management skills and ability to manage and own tasks with the support of a team environment \nDesire to learn, complete training, and provide value when executing non-chargeable work \nFlexibility and willingness to work with a multitude of vendors' hardware and software\nExperience with Java, HTML, Python, Visual Basic, and/or database programming would be considered an asset \nOther Requirements\nCurrent enrolment in a post-secondary degree/diploma co-op program\nHold and maintain a valid Class G license\nHave reliable and dependable transportation\nAbility to travel locally to support clients as required\nWorking Hours & Locations\nWinter 2027 (January 2027 - April/August 2027) work term with 4 or 8 months available\nThe core of the position will be 40 hours per week Monday to Friday (commonly 8:00am-4:30pm)\nTeam Members must be able to work from the office in Cambridge, ON and local client sites \nOn-site hours will depend on client requirements and will be discussed as applicable \nThere may be additional opportunities for after-hours or weekend on-site client support\nApplication Deadline is Thursday, September 17th at 9:00am.\nResume required\nApplication questions to confirm requirements (eligible program, driver's license, vehicle), current (unofficial) transcript, preferred placement length (4 or 8 months)\nJob Status:Currently vacant - actively hiring for 2 co-op students for the Winter 2027 work term\nPublic Job Posting:September 9 - September 30\nApplication/ Hiring Process\nApplications are reviewed following the deadline and interviews will take place virtually within a week of the deadline\nUpdates regarding applications or interviews are sent directly via e-mail from BambooHR\nPlease check your spam/junk folder if you have not received an update (updates will not be provided for duplicate applications)\nWe 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)\nPlease  if you require accommodation or assistance during the hiring process \nAbout Us\nRidgeTech 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.\nRidgeTech 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.\nRidgeTech Automation Team Members exhibit the following core values:\nBe Safety Centric\nA Team with Strong Communication\nProvide Quality Services\nIntegrity in Everything We Do\nLearn more about recent projects on the RTA website or see what the team has been up to via LinkedIn.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6195,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Electrical & Electronic Engineering"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-10T21:13:55Z"}],"liveness":{"score":61,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.765,"p_room":0.8,"age_days":14,"expected_fill_days":60,"reasons":["conf:3","win:early","crowd:junior,attention"],"computed_at":"2026-09-23T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ridgetech-control-systems-specialist-co-op-student","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ridgetech-control-systems-specialist-co-op-student.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-23T20:11:06Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}