Powertech Labs Inc.

Senior Electrical Technician (High Power/ High Current Lab)

LocationSurrey, BC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Powertech’s High Power Laboratory offers evaluation, verification, and certification testing of medium- and high-voltage products to support manufacturers, power utilities, and other users of electrical equipment. The lab is the largest grid-connected short-circuit testing facility in North America and operates independently of utilities and manufacturers. It has controlled power level capabilities for short-duration single-phase tests up to 400 MVA and three-phase tests up to 1,000 MVA. Test services include load- and fault-interrupting tests, arc-resistance tests, momentary and short-time current tests, and failure-mode and exploratory tests involving applying precisely controlled distribution-level 60 Hz voltage and current to test objects.

Major Responsibilities and Duties (to fulfill major purpose):

Acts as work leader, provides technical direction to and performs some of the same functions as the Electrical Technician job.
Assists in writing technical reports and test procedures under the project leadership of an engineer or technologist.
Assists in the development of new and non-standard test procedures under the project leadership of an engineer or technologist.
Designs and builds custom testing and measurement equipment under the project leadership of an engineer or technologist.
Performs repairs and maintenance on test equipment that are beyond the routine scope of the Electrical Technician job.
Acts as a project leader on internal maintenance and development projects.
Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of the job.


Experience, Training and Education (demonstrating requirements):

Certificate of Technology from an Institute of Technology in Electronics (power/control option), Electrical, Power, Telecommunications, Instrumentation or Automation disciplines with preference given to the discipline directly relating to the position or lab.
Additional training in the development, setup and operation of high power electrical testing equipment required.
Three (3) years of related experience working in a lab setting up and performing tests on a variety of electrical power equipment and components.


Additional information

Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical Technology discipline is required for this role
General technical knowledge in generation, transmission, maintenance, apparatus, civil structures and/or control functions would be an asset
Introductory knowledge of project management
Knowledge of substation and/or distribution equipment would be an asset
Testing of substation and/or distribution equipment would be an asset
Drafting skills would be an asset
Experience High Currents, High Power and/or High Voltage is desirable
Experience with data acquisition and analysis equipment is highly desirable


Must be able to work in confined space
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to work at heights > 10 feet
Occasional travel across various locations in BC may be required
Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license
Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the role

Location : Surrey, B.C.

Job Code: CWA1ZY

Job Group : 9

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.

For Powertech Lab positions, the work model options are different due to their specific operational requirements and details will be discussed at the interview stage.

ALL CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR COVER LETTER, RESUME, DIPLOMA/DEGREE and ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS. Note that applicants are required to submit/upload a copy of their College transcripts and Diploma as proof of post secondary graduation. If applicable, a copy of your work visa is also required. INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE PROCESSED. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.


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