High Voltage Test Laboratory Supervisor

Job Type

On‑site | Full time | Mid‑level (3+ years)

Trench Canada delivers 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. We are a force for change committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting‑edge technology and sustainable practices, while fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Hands‑on responsibility for ensuring that everything functions in the lab: electrical and operational, provide safety trainings for all lab personnel, plan tests and generate test reports.

• Ensure test lab personnel are fully trained in testing and safety procedures and follow all valid technical and safety rules.
• Manage all electrical tests from standard procedures on all ranges of instrument transformers as determined by engineering documentation, using the appropriate electrical knowledge and Test Lab instruments, ensuring daily production quotas are met.
• Coordinate testing with Production Planning and visiting inspectors.
• Provide engineering test information to the Engineering Department.
• Provide test reports regarding compliance with contract requirements.
• Ensure testing instruments are in excellent condition, safe, and are calibrated.
• Provide recommendations for improvement of all testing instruments.
• Responsible for ordering all equipment and ensuring cleanliness of the workshop floor for testing.
• Carry out daily routine planning for the Test Labs.
• Evaluate the performance of the Test Labs staff.
• Follow all safety practices and procedures related to high‑voltage testing and the workplace.

• Completion of a college program in Electrical/Power Systems Technology or equivalent, including Test Supervisor or Tester experience.
• Must be familiar with the construction of high‑voltage instrument transformers or other high‑voltage electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of ANSI, CSA, IEC Standards on instrument transformers is required.
• Experience in high‑voltage testing is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Experience in recording and analyzing test data is required.
• Must be able to read and follow schematics, factory work orders and product drawings, as well as Testing and Engineering instructions.
• Must be motivated and able to delegate difficult tasks.
• Possesses an innovative mindset, is a problem‑solver, and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Able to converse, read and write fluently in English in order to follow verbal instructions and written documentation related to the role, and in the workplace, as well as complete any required paperwork.
• Must be safety and quality conscious and be a team player.

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company.
• You will work in a motivated team on forward‑looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies.
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology.

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.

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