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specialized testing, and technical expertise for a safe and sustainable global energy future. Powertech has a global
reputation for delivering transformative solutions in both the electric power industry and the transportation sector. A clean
future will be driven by electric and hydrogen power, and we will help get there.
We are always guided by our values as a global clean-technology and engineering company:
- Safety: This tops everything. We do our work safely or we do not do it at all.
- Challenges: We ready ourselves for the hardest challenges – through attaining accreditations, developing industry-
- Diverse Teams: We are strongest together and capitalize on our varied attributes – together we are more than the
- Our Customers: Customers fuel Powertech and we constantly work to earn and retain their trust and loyalty. We
- Excellence: Striving for excellence, acting with integrity, and having the highest standards in quality are core to
Team Lead - High Voltage Testing Services
Number of positions: 1 Job Location:
Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Resident
Annual salary: 127,910 - 161,770
What you'll do
transmission level high voltage tests on all types of equipment such as transformers, insulators, switchgear, bushings,
cables, instrument transformers, transmission line hardware, surge arrestors, SF6 insulated equipment, and transformer
rectifier units (TRUs). The lab’s independent, third-party status, and experienced technical staff of more than 30 years
enhance the credibility of manufacturers’ test reports.
Our lab offers a full range of qualification and certification tests, as well as custom testing solutions. Condition assessment
tests may be performed in the field or in the lab to evaluate the equipment condition. It also has a long history of conducting
forensic analysis investigations to identify the cause of failures and providing expert witness services.
Under the direction of the Division Manager, the successful candidate will provide technical and professional leadership to a
team of Engineers and Technicians to achieve work program and department objectives. The Team Lead will excel at
enhancing the scope of services and work prioritization to ensure that the team is focused on delivering core work on time,
on budget and to the required level of safety, quality, and customer service.
- Lead and support in the execution of projects of varying complexities which would include a variety of field testing,
- Provide technical guidance and support to the team by actively mentoring and coaching junior members and training the
- Define and lead equipment maintenance activities such as troubleshooting equipment issues, developing maintenance
- Actively engage in business development by:
- Provide technical guidance on work prioritization and resource allocation to meet project needs, review work in progress
- Uphold and implement safety protocols and procedures and ensure that all are strictly followed in the lab to minimize risks
- Monitor project progress, resolve scheduling/resource issues, and implement contingency plans as needed.
- Contribute to the development and achievement of long-term strategic and annual departmental goals related to safety,
- Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, manage performance issues, and support staff development through training
- Support the Division Manager in building a resilient team through recruitment, change management, staff development/
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or mechatronics engineering recognized by universities in Canada.
- Eight (8) years of relevant engineering experience. Preference will be given to candidates with an Electrical
- Demonstrated a minimum of three years of direct experience in managing all aspects of a highly qualified team of
- Registration as a Professional engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of BC
- Strong project management and goal-setting skills with the ability to work with senior management and subject
In addition, the following are desired skillsets:
- Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose and address equipment and testing issues in the lab.
- Possess strong leadership skills to guide, mentor and coordinate team of lab technicians and engineers.
- Demonstrated management of a P&L and an understanding of annual planning, budgeting, and business
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills including the ability to build successful
- Excellent risk-based decision-making capabilities
- Previous experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.
- Thorough understanding in principles of managing multifaceted multidisciplinary projects; inclusive of budgets,
stages.
What we offer
Division Manager : Sarah Tahermaram
Job Grade: P4
Job Status: Full time Regular
Job location: Surrey
Business Group : Testing Services Business Unit
Department : HV Testing Services
Note that candidates with lesser experience may be considered for a P3 role that is appropriate to their level of experience.
As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete a written test/ assessment and/or a presentation
as part of the interview process.
A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License (Class 5) in good standing.
Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be
required as a pre-condition to employment.
What else you should know
Powertech Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including
members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations
and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are
also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at Powertech Labs.
Maintaining customer-confidence and our reputation is key: To this end, all our campus and laboratories are accredited to
ISO9001 (quality), ISO14001 (environment stewardship) and ISO45001 (safety) and IEC/ISO 17025 for over 100 standards.
To complement the focus on accreditation, we encourage our experts to drive global standards and provide development
opportunities for all staff to grow in their role and to advance in their careers.
Working at Powertech is not a job but a career. If you want to be a part of a growing clean technology company that is
impactful and working towards a common goal of accelerating the world towards a net zero carbon future, come and join
our team.
Date Posted: 2025-06-10 Closing Date: 2025-06-29
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