Lead Electrical Testing Technician

**About Shermco**
- Since 1974, Shermco has become North America’s largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical. All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. That’s why we sayif it’s in the electrical power system, Shermco does it._
- Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond._

**_LEAD ELECTRICAL TESTING TECHNICIAN_**
- We are looking for students in Electrical Engineering Technician to join our team in British Columbia. This position will be based out of Burnaby and will require travel throughout British Columbia and other provinces when necessary for project support._

**Responsibilities**:

- Project Management & Procurement
- Perform electrical analysis and design in both the industrial and utility sectors
- Protective relaying design and integration (SEL, GE, Siemens, Schneider, etc.)
- Industrial/Utility substation automation (SEL RTAC, RTU, HMI, Communications, etc.)
- Conduct electrical studies including short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc-flash, load flow, grounding, and harmonic studies
- Creation/modification/review/approval of electrical drawing packages: single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and general arrangements.
- Electrical distribution system design and modifications: MCC’s, switchgear, breakers, fuses, switches, transformers, capacitor banks, current transformers, potential transformers, protective relays and controls.
- Troubleshoot problems and develop practical solutions to correct deficiencies in electrical systems
- Opportunity to support field services division for maintenance and commissioning activities on customer sites.
- Onsite engineering inspections and data collection

**Qualifications**:

- An accredited 2-year technical college diploma in Applied Science Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, degree in Electrical Engineering, PSE designation, or Red Seal Journeyman Electrician
- Understanding of industrial/utility protection and relay system.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (CEC, IEEE1584).
- Experience with electrical engineering software such as EasyPower, SKM and ETAP considered an asset.
- Understanding of microprocessor-based relays and their capabilities considered an asset
- Must possess a valid driver's license and clean abstract as fieldwork will be a requirement of this position.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
- A valid driver's license is required as some travel is necessary and fieldwork will be a requirement of this position

**Other Requirements**:

- **Strong oral and written communication skills**:

- **Attention to detail and time management**:

- **Excellent organization, time management and negotiation skills**:

- **Exceptional technical, analytical and numerical skills**:

- **Team player who will be committed to success of the team and organization**:

- **Commitment to customer satisfaction**

**Pay Scale**:

- $45 to $58 depending on experience
- Overtime after 8 hours, Double time after 10 hours
- RRSP Matching
- Health Benefits

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**

**Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered.**

**NO AGENCIES PLEASE