Co-op/Intern Computer Science or Engineering Student - Data & Software Specialist (May 2027)

Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of industrial automation, valves, measurement, control solutions and data management, for process industries in Western Canada and beyond. We are dedicated to providing exceptional sales, support and service experiences for our diverse customer base in industries such as mining, power, oil & gas, municipal, pulp & paper, and chemical.

Spartan is committed to creating a sustainable modern world with innovative automation. Our focus is Customer Outcomes. By leveraging applied automation we assist customers improving their Safety, Reliability, Operations and Productivity.

Our employee ownership model creates a unique culture of community, creativity, entrepreneurship, and a place to build your career. Spartan Controls provides an environment that not only encourages you to do your best, but also empowers you to do what it takes to create a solution, address a need, or respond to an issue.

Summary

This 16-month opportunity provides hands-on experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment, allowing you to apply yourself to real-world projects and support. Join us in shaping the future of digital solutions at Spartan Controls!

In this role, you will contribute to the installation, data connectivity, and system integration of industrial data software applications, providing valuable support to our customer-focused initiatives.

Work Term: 16 months (May 2027 – August 2028)

This is an in-office position at either our Calgary or Edmonton Automation Centre. Please indicate your location preference in the application questions.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Co-op/Intern Student, you will have the opportunity to:

• Design, configure, develop, and test purpose-built data solutions in collaboration with customers. Development is a mix of Frontend and Backend (Platform logic) development.
• Installation, data connectivity and system integration of the following software applications (AspenTech Inmation, AVEVA PI, Capstone DataPARC and Aspentech IP.21)
• Testing of existing software applications for on-premise, virtual, and cloud-based deployment
• Contribute to the creation of documentation for client use.
• Creation of operational displays and dashboards.
• Creating of asset hierarchical templates for managing customer data.
• Collaborate with the broader Digital Solutions team to enhance internal processes.
• Manage incident response and service requests, providing troubleshooting and support for software applications.

The current expectation is that this in an in-office position.

Qualifications and Skills

• Current undergraduate student, preferably in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Students enrolled in a post-secondary Co-op/Internship program, returning to school in September 2028 are preferred.
• Solid technical problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Possess a foundational understanding of computer programming, encompassing knowledge of data structures, algorithms, concurrent programming, and elements of operating systems design.
• Experience with Lua programming language or equivalent (Python, JavaScript) is a useful - emphasize this proficiency in your application.
• Valuable expertise in databases (SQL, MongoDB), and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) is an asset, please highlight in your application.
• Familiarity with databases and process data historians (e.g. AVEVA PI), or visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) is advantageous – training will be provided.
• Demonstrated Customer Service in a professional environment is an asset.
• Collaborative team player and strong work principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Power Point, Excel)
• Detail oriented with an entrepreneurial work ethic.

Applications will be reviewed after the closing date and those candidates selected for the next steps in the recruitment process will be contacted directly.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment security background check.

Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.

Close Date: December 13, 2026 (11:59 pm MT)

Requisition ID: 1943