Electrical Installation Technical Supervisor
- Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About Our Company
MecXel is a manufacturing company dedicated to the modular assembly of industrial process systems for its two clients, Mécanitec and Excelpro.
Our company's activities primarily consist of the modular assembly of industrial process systems using components and technical drawings provided by our two clients. Our assembled products include compressor rooms, electrical rooms, boiler rooms, process rooms, process systems housed in shipping containers, and modular block plants.
The Electrical Installation Technical Supervisor is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and control of electrical work carried out in the manufacturing and assembly of industrial modules intended for heavy industry. The incumbent ensures the safe execution of work, adherence to project schedules and quality standards, as well as compliance with applicable drawings, specifications, and electrical codes.
Main Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Supervise electrical assembly teams, apprentices, and assemblers assigned to projects.
- Plan daily and weekly work activities according to production schedules.
- Coordinate material, equipment, and workforce requirements.
- Ensure optimal use of resources to achieve productivity objectives.
- Participate in production and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
Technical Supervision
- Interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, control diagrams, and technical specifications.
- Ensure the proper installation of cable trays, conduits, electrical panels, MCCs, instruments, and control systems.
- Provide technical support to teams facing installation-related issues.
- Perform quality inspections during manufacturing and before module delivery.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
Health and Safety
- Promote a culture of health and safety in the workplace.
- Ensure compliance with H&S procedures, risk assessments, and work permits.
- Conduct site visits and safety observations.
- Participate in incident investigations and the development of corrective actions.
- Ensure all work complies with lockout/tagout standards and safe electrical work procedures.
Quality Control
- Verify installation compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable standards.
- Quickly identify non-conformities and implement necessary corrective actions.
- Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and quality records.
Personnel Management
- Coach, train, and evaluate employees under their responsibility.
- Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
- Support the development of team members' technical skills.
- Ensure the application of company policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Education
- DEP in Electricity, Electromechanics, or equivalent training.
- Electrician Qualification Certificate, Licence C.
- Training in supervision or team management (asset).
- Industrial health and safety training.
Experience
- Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in the industrial electrical field.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience supervising teams.
- Experience in industrial module manufacturing, EPC projects, power generation facilities, mining, aluminum smelters, pulp and paper mills, or petrochemical projects.
- Experience with power, control, and instrumentation systems.
Desired Skills
Technical
- Ability to read and interpret detailed electrical drawings.
- Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
- Knowledge of industrial control and instrumentation systems.
- Proficiency in industrial installation methods.
- Good understanding of CSA standards and industrial quality requirements.
Management
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
- Ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
- Technical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple teams simultaneously.
Interpersonal Skills
- Effective communication skills.
- Team-oriented mindset.
- Attention to detail and strong sense of responsibility.
- Results-oriented approach.
- Proactive approach to safety.
Working Conditions
- Industrial module manufacturing environment.
- Occasional work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Availability to work according to project requirements.
This is a full-time position, generally scheduled Monday through Friday on the day shift, with the possibility of a flexible schedule based on both your needs and those of the company.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Electrical Installation Technical Supervisor at MecXel will plan and supervise electrical assembly teams and apprentices. They will check electrical installations against drawings, lead quality inspections and enforce health and safety rules.
Requirements
Candidates need an electrician qualification, a DEP in electricity or electromechanics, and 7 to 10 years of industrial electrical experience, including 3 to 5 years supervising teams. Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and CSA standards is also required.
Skills
- Electrical drawing interpretation
- Single-line diagrams
- Control diagrams
- Canadian Electrical Code
- CSA standards
- Industrial control systems
- Instrumentation
- Cable tray and conduit installation
- MCC installation
- Electrical panel installation
- Factory acceptance testing
- Lockout/tagout
- Work permits
- Risk assessment
- Incident investigation
- Non-conformity management
- Team supervision
- Coaching and training
- Production scheduling
- Resource coordination
- Technical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Communication
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Trades
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- electrical supervisor
- electrical installation
- industrial electrical
- module assembly
- electrical drawings
- single-line diagrams
- control systems
- instrumentation
- Canadian Electrical Code
- CSA standards
- lockout/tagout
- factory acceptance test
- team supervision
- heavy industry
- manufacturing
- quality control
- health and safety
Seniority
Senior
Licences and certifications
- Licence C
Fields of study
- Electricity
- Electromechanics