Medium Voltage Commissioning Specialist
Spartan Controls Ltd.
5 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Canada
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
We are seeking an experienced
Commissioning Specialist
who will be responsible for commissioning, testing, and energizing electrical equipment.
The successful candidate will also be a technical leader and mentor, guiding other Specialists in developing strong technical service capabilities and deepening their ability to interpret drawings and analyze and correct technical problems. In addition to supporting field activities, you will be responsible for supporting the creation and maintenance of service programs, along with creating documentation such as test procedures, commissioning plans, and test reports.
You will play a key role in knowledge transfer between teams - standardizing best practices, sharing technical insights, and mentoring other Spartans to build confidence and capability in complex service tasks.
You’ll work closely with customers, project delivery teams, and manufacturing to ensure all service work is completed safely, accurately, and to the highest standards of quality and technical excellence.
Role and Responsibilities
Perform acceptance, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of electrical equipment up to 15 kV equipment, including:
Switchgear including circuit breakers and switching devices
Motor control devices including Variable Frequency Drives and Motor Control Centers
Power and instrument transformers
Cable termination and testing
Automatic Transfer Switches
Protection Relays and Control Systems for power equipment
Commission and validate control circuits for protection, indication, interlocking, and monitoring
Administer lifecycle programs such as operator training, power quality analysis, infrared thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, partial discharge testing
Interpret single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and relay configuration files.
Create test reports, test plans and procedures following NETA and other industry standards
Organize and analyze test reports, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. Provide continuous feedback and areas for improvement to internal stakeholders
Champion safety procedures, LOTO, arc flash, electrical safety standards, and environmental guidelines
Work safely alongside construction and commissioning teams
Strong analytical thinking and ability to interpret system behavior, trace circuits, and diagnose issues under pressureEffective problem‑solving determining root cause of issues
High attention to detail following test procedures, documents accurately, and catches errors others may miss
Qualifications and Skills
Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Power System Electrician or Journeyman Electrician with industrial experience is an asset
NETA Certification (Level I–III) or equivalent testing certification is an asset
4+ years of field commissioning or testing experience
Experience in up to 15 kV distribution networks; experience >15kV considered an asset
Hands‑on relay testing with practical experience using:
Relay test set, Megohmmeter, Ductor, TTR, VLF test sets, AC Hipot
Testing software such as Omicron Test Universe, Doble M4000 series, AcSELerator
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), Multilin, Schneider relays
2 years active exposure to protection, controls, substation commissioning, or automation (asset)
Entrepreneurial work ethic, self-starter with a desire to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Extensive and exceptional customer relationship/service practices
Must work in adverse weather conditions
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
with driver’s abstract
Willingness to work rotations and travel to regional locations and Customer sites when required
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.
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 of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment security background check.
Close Date: July 24, 2026 (11:59 pm MST)
Requisition ID: 1803
IND123
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 seeking an experienced
Commissioning Specialist
who will be responsible for commissioning, testing, and energizing electrical equipment.
The successful candidate will also be a technical leader and mentor, guiding other Specialists in developing strong technical service capabilities and deepening their ability to interpret drawings and analyze and correct technical problems. In addition to supporting field activities, you will be responsible for supporting the creation and maintenance of service programs, along with creating documentation such as test procedures, commissioning plans, and test reports.
You will play a key role in knowledge transfer between teams - standardizing best practices, sharing technical insights, and mentoring other Spartans to build confidence and capability in complex service tasks.
You’ll work closely with customers, project delivery teams, and manufacturing to ensure all service work is completed safely, accurately, and to the highest standards of quality and technical excellence.
Role and Responsibilities
Perform acceptance, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of electrical equipment up to 15 kV equipment, including:
Switchgear including circuit breakers and switching devices
Motor control devices including Variable Frequency Drives and Motor Control Centers
Power and instrument transformers
Cable termination and testing
Automatic Transfer Switches
Protection Relays and Control Systems for power equipment
Commission and validate control circuits for protection, indication, interlocking, and monitoring
Administer lifecycle programs such as operator training, power quality analysis, infrared thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, partial discharge testing
Interpret single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and relay configuration files.
Create test reports, test plans and procedures following NETA and other industry standards
Organize and analyze test reports, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. Provide continuous feedback and areas for improvement to internal stakeholders
Champion safety procedures, LOTO, arc flash, electrical safety standards, and environmental guidelines
Work safely alongside construction and commissioning teams
Strong analytical thinking and ability to interpret system behavior, trace circuits, and diagnose issues under pressureEffective problem‑solving determining root cause of issues
High attention to detail following test procedures, documents accurately, and catches errors others may miss
Qualifications and Skills
Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Power System Electrician or Journeyman Electrician with industrial experience is an asset
NETA Certification (Level I–III) or equivalent testing certification is an asset
4+ years of field commissioning or testing experience
Experience in up to 15 kV distribution networks; experience >15kV considered an asset
Hands‑on relay testing with practical experience using:
Relay test set, Megohmmeter, Ductor, TTR, VLF test sets, AC Hipot
Testing software such as Omicron Test Universe, Doble M4000 series, AcSELerator
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), Multilin, Schneider relays
2 years active exposure to protection, controls, substation commissioning, or automation (asset)
Entrepreneurial work ethic, self-starter with a desire to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Extensive and exceptional customer relationship/service practices
Must work in adverse weather conditions
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
with driver’s abstract
Willingness to work rotations and travel to regional locations and Customer sites when required
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.
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 of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment security background check.
Close Date: July 24, 2026 (11:59 pm MST)
Requisition ID: 1803
IND123