Co-op/Intern Student - Data Management Specialist (16 Months)
Date: Dec 23, 2024
Location: Calgary, AB, CA, T2A 7V2
Company: Spartan Controls Ltd.
Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of data management, industrial automation, valves, measurement and control solutions 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
Join our innovative Digital Foundations team based in Calgary as a Data Management Specialist Co-op/Intern Student. Reporting to the Manager of Operations, you'll contribute to the installation, data connectivity, and system integration of industrial data software applications, providing valuable support to our customer-focused initiatives.
Role and Responsibilities
As a Co-op/Intern Student, you will have the opportunity to:
- Installation, data connectivity and system integration of the following software applications (AVEVA PI, Capstone DataPARC and Aspentech IP.21)
- Testing of existing software applications for on-premises, virtual and cloud-based deployment
- Contribute to the creation of documentation for client use.
- Creation of operational displays and dashboards.
- Creating of Hierarchical templates for managing customer data.
- Collaborate with the broader Digital Foundations team to enhance internal processes.
- The current expectation of all work being executed from the Spartan Controls office.
Qualifications and Skills
- Current Engineering or Technologist student, preferably in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Technology.
- Students enrolled in a post-secondary Co-op/Internship program, returning to school in September 2026 are preferred.
- Solid technical problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- Familiarity with databases and process data historians (e.g. AVEVA PI), or visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) is advantageous – training will be provided.
- Understanding of industrial networks, servers, and work stations are an asset.
- A working knowledge of a programming language is beneficial however not required– please highlight this in your application.
- 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.
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!
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: January 19, 2025 (11:59 pm MST)
Requisition ID: 1394