Co-op/Intern Engineering Student - Electrical 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

We are currently recruiting for Electrical Engineering students to work within our Power & Drives and/or Combustion Management Electrical teams based at our Calgary Solutions Centre The student will report to the Manager, Operations. The expectations of the successful candidate include supporting the business growth through our initiatives, leveraging engineering growth strategies, and fostering team relationships with fellow Spartans.

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

This is an in-facility (office)-based position

Role and Responsibilities

• Active learning about low voltage power systems, combustion management and/or motor control
• Interpreting and developing electrical schematic diagrams
• Checking drawings between information sources for consistency and quality outcome
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives by developing and review project documentation, test reports, procedures, checklists
• Support development of internal productivity tools that assist with creating and delivering project deliverables
• Support the spirit of teamwork and collaboration 
• Support within our engineering team 
• Collaborate internally and effectively with other Spartan Business Units to support combination of engineering initiatives like solutions 
• Contribute feedback, ideas and input to continually enhance and grow our designs and business 

Qualifications and Skills

• Enrollment in post-secondary Co-op/Internship undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering
• Students enrolled in a post-secondary Co-op/Internship program, returning to school in September 2028 are preferred.

• Technologist diploma an asset
• Experience with AutoCAD or 3D design with AutoCAD Inventor an asset
• Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge using formula-based data analysis, pivot tables, vlookup is an assset
• Willingness to learn standards, architectures and technical equipment specifications
• Cooperative nature, ability to see the big picture and manage individual vs team goals
• Ability to multi-task, focus on objectives and focus in a dynamic work environment
• Proficient in Word, Excel and Visio
• Technical writing experience an asset
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skill set 
• Manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic work environment 
• Detail and solutions driven
• Technical problem solver with cautious creativity 
• Able to demonstrate the ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Spartan is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, and as such, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test.

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: 1950