Overview
Shop Leads – Electrician, I&E, and Controls Jobs in Nisku at TURBINE-X Energy Inc.
THE CHALLENGE
At TURBINE‑X Energy, our Shop Leads are working leaders—trusted technical experts who guide teams, set the standard, and keep complex builds moving safely and efficiently. As a Shop Lead for Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, (independent roles for 3 different shop bays) you’ll oversee daily shop floor execution across electrical, instrumentation, and controls workstreams, ensuring installations, wiring, panels, and systems are built correctly the first time
This role is ideal for a senior I/E tech, electrician, or controls specialist who’s ready to step into leadership, someone who can manage people, solve problems in real time, and partner with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver high‑quality industrial energy equipment.
WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU
- Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive package including a competitive salary and company benefits.
- Expert Mentorship: Decades of industry experience to help you grow your technical knowledge.
- Safety-First Culture: A dynamic environment where your commitment to safety is valued and supported.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Join a team that lives by core values: Be Great, Be Kind, Stand Out, Have Fun, Give Back, and Together, We Win!
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead and coordinate daily electrical, instrumentation, and controls activities on the shop floor
- Assign work, set priorities, and provide hands‑on guidance to electricians, I/E techs, and controls technicians
- Ensure all work complies with drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC I/O lists, and SOPs
- Oversee installation and termination of power, control, and instrumentation wiring, panels, MCCs, PLCs, VFDs, and field devices
- Support panel builds, skids, gensets, switchgear, and balance‑of‑plant systems
- Act as the first point of escalation for technical issues, quality concerns, and schedule risks
- Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Project Teams to resolve design clarifications and field changes
- Enforce safety standards, LOTO procedures, and housekeeping expectations
- Support training, mentoring, and onboarding of new team members
- Track progress and communicate clear status updates to Production Leadership
- Promote a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Experience:
- 6+ years of experience in industrial electrical, instrumentation, or controls environments
- Prior experience as a Shop Lead, Lead Electrician, Lead I/E Tech, Controls Lead, or Senior Technician
Strong working knowledge of:
- Industrial electrical systems (480V, MCCs, switchgear, grounding)
- Instrumentation (pressure, flow, temp, transmitters, loop checks)
- Controls systems (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, I/O, troubleshooting)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and industrial safety standards
- Confident, hands‑on leader who can make decisions and support the team on the floor
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, project‑driven manufacturing environment
- Experience in power generation, oil & gas, energy, EPC, or heavy industrial manufacturing is a strong plus
Preferred (Not Required):
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license
- Controls or PLC experience (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
- Instrumentation certifications or formal I/E training
- Start‑up or FAT support experience
PHYSICAL & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Safety Compliance: Strict adherence to X-Group safety policies and SOPs.
- PPE: Ability to wear required gear (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection).
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs/ladders, and navigate an active industrial shop floor.
ABOUT TURBINE-X & THE X_GROUP
"Modular power to give back with endless energy"
The X-Group of Companies is the world’s leading provider of cross-platform solutions for evolving power systems. Unlike traditional providers, we are vendor-neutral, optimizing for our clients’ needs, budgets, and ESG goals. Whether it’s concept or completion for rotating equipment, we solve for X.
HOW TO APPLY
If you take pride in your work and value learning, growth, and excellence, you belong here. Apply today.
- Online: Apply via Indeed.ca
- Email: Send your resume to [email protected] (Please indicate "Shop Lead" in the subject line).
X-Group is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: From $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Shop Leads – Electrician, I&E, and Controls
Company: TURBINE-X Energy Inc.
Location: Nisku
