Trench Group

High Voltage Test Lab Manager – Instrument Transformers

High Voltage Test Lab Manager – Instrument Transformers
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LocationPickering, ON
Job Typefull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

On-site | Full time | Senior (5+ years) About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

A Snapshot of Your Day

You will lead Trench Canada’s High Voltage Test Lab for Instrument Transformers facility, owning day-to-day operations and long-term innovation while shaping strategic initiatives. You’ll oversee technical excellence, resource planning, and safety culture, ensuring world-class testing standards are met across all test labs.

Your Tasks:

Lead and mentor supervisors and unionized lab personnel, fostering a culture of performance and safety.
Manage engineering and technical functions within the test lab, ensuring high-quality testing and analysis.
Develop and enforce standardized testing protocols in line with IEEE, CSA, and other global standards.
Strategically manage lab cost center and budgets (CAPEX/OPEX), equipment lifecycle planning, preventive/corrective maintenance and capacity optimization.
Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline testing processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Champion Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) practices, integrating them into daily lab operations and development plans.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Production, R&D, Quality) for product qualification and issue resolution.
Monitor and analyze test results to support product validation, development, and customer certification.


Requirements:

Minimum of 5–7 years of leadership experience in a high-tech or manufacturing environment (unionized experience preferred).
P.Eng certification or eligibility is highly desirable (demonstrating strong engineering ethics and regulatory compliance).
In-depth understanding of high voltage electrical testing methodologies and equipment calibration.
Strong Knowledge of high voltage test equipment, design specifications, and failure mechanisms.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and product standards.
Familiarity with IEEE, CSA, IEC standards relevant to Instrument Transformers and high voltage testing.
Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout.
Proficiency in advanced quality management tools: FMEA, DMAIC, 5 Why, SPC, and root cause analysis techniques.
Experience using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to improve testing throughput and accuracy.
Data-driven mindset for analyzing trends, troubleshooting test deviations, and supporting production decisions.
Proven ability to coach, develop, and engage cross-functional teams in a technical setting.
Strong communication skills for effective interaction with peers, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.


We offer:

Career growth, cross-training, and leadership development pathways.
A competitive compensation package, including flexible benefits and a flexible savings program.
Performance-based bonus programs and recognition initiatives.

Our Commitment

Trench invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

HAVE WE PIQUED YOUR INTEREST? We are looking forward to receiving your application - just click on the "Apply Now" button and send us your application.

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