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Co-op / Intern Student - Automation Specialist (Power & Drives)

Co-op / Intern Student - Automation Specialist (Power & Drives)

Spartan Controls Ltd.Calgary, AB, CA, T3N 1A7
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Summary

We are currently recruiting for an engineering / technology student to work within our Power & Drives Electrical team based at the Calgary Solutions Centre for a 12 or 16 month placement. 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.

The Power and Drives Business Unit is focused on providing manufactured solutions of low voltage power distribution equipment such as standalone VFDs and Motor Control Centers.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Active learning about low voltage power systems and 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

  • Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, ideally Electrical
  • 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.

    As part 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 : March 30, 2025 (11 : 59 pm MDT) Requisition ID : 1460