One of the largest testing and research labs in North America, Powertech is home to a broad range of scientists, engineers, and technical specialists from around the world. Our cross-departmental teams investigate, diagnose and solve complex problems within a variety of markets with highly technical specialization, and to exceptional standards. We provide specialized testing and investigation services to support electrical utilities’ capital assets: generation, transmission…
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One of the largest testing and research labs in North America, Powertech is home to a broad range of scientists, engineers, and technical specialists from around the world. Our cross-departmental teams investigate, diagnose and solve complex problems within a variety of markets with highly technical specialization, and to exceptional standards.
We provide specialized testing and investigation services to support electrical utilities’ capital assets: generation, transmission and distribution, OEMs, automotive manufacturers, government and research organizations.
- Large, multi-disciplinary laboratory
- 15 primary labs over 11 acre site
- 30 years of specialized engineer experience
- More than 200 employees
- 30% of our staff hold post-graduate degrees
- 55% of our staff hold technical and/or engineering degrees
- Global customer base. 300+ customers including many fortune 500s
LinkedIn followers
18,103
People associated on LinkedIn
435
Reported office locations
12388 - 88th Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 7R7, CA
Business categories
Energy
Other recorded names
Powertech Labs
Powertech Labs Inc.
Specialties
Substations
Transmission & Distribution
Generation
Power Systems
Electrical OEMs
Hydrogen Fueling
Hydrogen Testing
Failure Analysis
Engineering Studies
Power System Studies
Interconnection Studies
Conditional Assessment
Type Testing
High Pressure Testing
High Voltage Testing
High Power Testing
NERC CIP
NERC MOD
NERC PRC
hydrogen infrastructure
and Grid Modernization
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Reported total investment
0
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Industry
Utilities
Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Surrey, BC
Organization type
Privately Held
Year founded
1979
Specialties
SubstationsTransmission & Distribution GenerationPower SystemsElectrical OEMsHydrogen FuelingHydrogen TestingFailure AnalysisEngineering StudiesPower System Studies
Powertech Labs has 6 open jobs in Canada as of November 6, 2026. Top locations: Surrey.
8+ YOEPowertech Labs needs candidates with an electrical engineering degree and at least eight years in industrial controls and PLC programming. Candidates need Allen Bradley or Siemens experience, knowledge of hazardous area codes such as CSA C22.1 and NFPA 79, and an engineer's registration in British Columbia or a transferable one.
3+ YOEPowertech Labs needs candidates with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering and 3 to 6 years of relevant experience. Strong CAD, pressure piping and fluid mechanics skills, plus a commitment to safety, are required.
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
2+ YOECandidates need a technology certificate in electronics, electrical, power or a related field, plus two years of lab testing experience with electrical equipment. Strong knowledge of testing standards, troubleshooting, report writing and WHMIS is needed, along with a valid Class 5 driver's licence.
5+ YOECandidates need a university degree in Information Systems or similar and over 5 years of IT infrastructure experience. Hands-on experience with firewalls and security tools such as Checkpoint, Palo Alto and Azure Sentinel is required, along with strong communication skills.
5+ YOECandidates need a master's degree in electrical engineering (power systems preferred) or a bachelor's with relevant experience, and at least 5 years in transient stability, protection and control. Powertech Labs also requires a Professional Engineer registration with EGBC or equivalent and a valid BC Class 5 driver's licence.
12+ YOEPowertech Labs needs a candidate with at least 12 to 15 years of progressive procurement, sourcing, supply chain or contract experience, including significant leadership of technical or engineering teams. A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, law or a related field is required, and a Supply Chain Management Professional designation is preferred.
ERP systems, procurement systems, project management systems, reporting systems