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Senior Technical Specialist

Edmonton, Alberta
CA$60 - CA$70/Hr
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About the role

Overview Senior Specialist Shermco Canada Location: Edmonton, AB Power the future. Lead from the field. Shermco Canada is seeking a Field Specialist to join our industry-leading electrical power system testing and commissioning team.

As part of one of the largest and most respected field services organizations in the industry, you’ll work alongside exceptional leaders, take ownership of critical projects, tackle complex technical challenges, mentor technical teams, and serve as a trusted advisor in delivering safe, reliable power solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute advanced field service work while maintaining an absolute commitment to safety

  • Serve as a senior technical authority on-site, providing expert guidance, troubleshooting, and decision-making

  • Assess complex system conditions and deliver clear, actionable recommendations for repairs, upgrades, and system improvements

  • Plan, manage, and oversee multiple projects by coordinating personnel, equipment, and resources to ensure delivery to client and Shermco standards

  • Support project execution by resolving technical challenges, enforcing safety requirements, and ensuring compliance with company policies

  • Mentor, coach, and develop junior and intermediate technical staff through formal and hands-on training

  • Contribute senior-level expertise to projects involving:

  • Transformer testing

  • Industrial plant and utility protection & relaying

  • Metering schemes

  • Switchgear testing and maintenance

  • Power system design

  • Turnkey substation projects

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Degree in Electrical Engineering, or PSE designation
  • Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in electrical power system testing and commissioning
  • Proven experience working independently and leading field teams
  • NETA certification (strong asset)
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving abstract
  • Willingness to travel and work out of town, including regular overnight stays

What sets you apart

  • Demonstrated leadership and ability to guide teams in dynamic field environments
  • Strong project coordination and organizational skills
  • Advanced technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and client-facing communication skills
  • High level of professionalism, accountability, and decision-making ability
  • Strong commitment to customer satisfaction, safety, and operational excellence

Why join Shermco?

  • Join a respected leader in electrical testing and commissioning
  • Take on high-impact, technically complex projects
  • Play a key role in developing the next generation of technical talent
  • Benefit from long-term career growth and leadership opportunities
  • Work in a culture that prioritizes safety, expertise, and teamwork

Apply Now! If you’re a senior electrical testing professional ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become a leader at Shermco Canada.

Pay Range CAD $60.00 - CAD $70.00 /Hr.

About Shermco Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
1001-5000

Shermco Industries is a provider of safe, reliable testing, repair, professional training, electrical outage planning, maintenance and analysis of rotating apparatus and electrical power distribution systems and related equipment for the light, medium, and heavy industrial base nationwide. Shermco specializes in industrial, utilities and wind generation technologies and the associated motors, generators, drives, switchgear and protective equipment.

Founded in 1974 in Dallas, the company is comprised of two strategic business units; the Machine Services Division and the Engineering Services Division. Shermco's corporate location is in Irving, Texas, with service centers in Angleton, Austin, Cedar Rapids, Columbus, Des Moines, Houston, Minneapolis, Omaha, Port Arthur, San Antonio, Sweetwater, and Tulsa. Shermco Industries Canada is based in Regina, Saskatchewan, with service centers in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Winnipeg. Shermco Industries has over 1200 full-time employees.

The company is a member in good standing with the Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA), American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), Professional Electrical Apparatus Recyclers League (PEARL), and the InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA). Shermco is also a six time recipient of the ‘Best Places to Work'​ award, recognized by the Austin Business Journal as well as the Dallas Business Journal. For more information about Shermco Industries, visit www.shermco.com