Automation Systems Specialist
Hybrid · Toronto, Ontario, Canada or Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Automation Systems Specialist responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing engineering automation tools, custom applications, and software solutions to improve efficiency and project delivery. Responsibilities include creating and supporting AutoCAD and Civil 3D automations, integrating APIs and data pipelines, building data-driven solutions for geometry creation and quality control, linking engineering software with databases, GIS platforms, and business systems, providing technical documentation and training, and ensuring compliance with company standards and best practices while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience developing automation tools, engineering software, custom applications, or CAD-based solutions
- Experience within AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar engineering software environments
- Proficiency in C#, VB.NET, Python, AutoLISP, C++, or relevant languages
- Experience working with SQL databases and data management systems
- Familiarity with software development practices including version control, testing, documentation, and deployment processes
- Experience utilizing Git, GitHub, or similar version control platforms
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to translate engineering workflows into scalable software and automation solutions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience developing custom solutions for Autodesk Civil 3D
- Experience integrating engineering software with APIs, databases, cloud platforms, and business systems
- Familiarity with GIS technologies including ArcGIS, QGIS, PostGIS
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence platforms
- Experience utilizing development tools and emerging technologies
- Knowledge of engineering project delivery processes and multidisciplinary coordination
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