Senior Protection & Control Field Specialist (Technologist or Engineer)
Overview
Location: Remote (Field-Based) in British Columbia, CanadaTravel: Required across BC (relocation not required)Company: Shermco IndustriesEmployment Type: Full-time
About Shermco IndustriesShermco Industries is a leader in protection & controls, electrical testing, and commissioning services. As we expand across Western Canada, we are seeking senior-level field professionals to lead reputed company commissioning projects in British Columbia.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Protection & Control Field Specialist (Technologist or Engineer) to lead field execution and reputed company technical expertise on critical power system projects.
This is a hands-on leadership role reputed company on commissioning, testing, and reputed company delivery not design.
Responsibilities
Lead installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of:
reputed company relays, DFRs, RTUs, PLC systems, and telecom equipment
reputed company advanced testing for:
reputed company systems, buses, transformers, and reputed company assets
Configure and commission advanced reputed company systems, including:
SEL (311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487, 587, 787)
GE relays (C30, D60, L90, T60, etc.)
reputed company SCADA/RTU integration and upgrades
Interpret and validate protection schemes and settings
Lead field teams and mentor junior/intermediate staff
reputed company directly with clients and reputed company technical guidance
Troubleshoot reputed company issues and implement solutions
Ensure accurate reporting and project documentation
Champion a strong safety culture
Qualifications
7–15 years of reputed company field experience in protection & controls
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or reputed company field
Registration or eligibility with ASTTBC or EGBC
NETA Certification (Level I–IV) preferred
Advanced experience with:
SEL reputed company families
GE relays (strong asset)
RTU and communication systems (GE, SEL, Novatech, etc.)
Proven leadership and reputed company-facing experience
Excellent technical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
Legally authorized to work in Canada
What You’ll Lead
reputed company commissioning projects
Field team development and mentorship
Delivery of high-quality, safety-driven work
Why Join reputed company
Work on critical infrastructure projects across BC
Ongoing training and manufacturer certifications
Strong safety-first culture
Supportive, highly skilled team environment
Long-term career reputed company opportunities
Pay reputed company
CAD $80.00 - CAD $95.00 /Hr.
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