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Check your spam/junk folder if you have not received an update; updates will not be provided for duplicate applications</li>\n<li>The hiring process typically involves the following steps:\n<ul>\n<li>Interview with the Hiring Lead from the Technical Execution Team; other Team Members or Leadership may join depending on the position level</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Please contact<span> </span><a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">[email protected]</a><span> </span>if you require accommodation or assistance during the hiring process<span> </span><br><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About Us</span><br>RidgeTech Automation Inc. is a control systems integrator. From our headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, we deliver world class designs and software for clients in a wide variety of industries around the globe. 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