Production Lead Hand (Electrician/Millwright)

Job description

**About Moment Energy** Independent energy is here. Help us deploy it. Energy should be free. Free from aging grids, fragile supply chains, and unnecessary extraction. At Moment Energy, we’re building a world where clean power is abundant, affordable, and uninterrupted for everyone. The world doesn’t need another promise about energy; it needs proof that a freer future is possible. Moment Energy is the pragmatic liberator of power, the only company certified to turn the largest untapped energy supply into independent energy. Now is the moment. While the industry scraps millions of batteries with decades of life left, we put them to work by repurposing large-format batteries into advanced battery energy storage systems that deliver real-world impact. We were told second-life batteries would never be safe enough or scalable enough. We didn’t argue, we engineered the solution. Today, Moment Energy delivers 5x the energy density and holds the certifications required to deploy energy independence at scale. **Now is the moment. Join us.** **The Opportunity** Moment Energy is seeking a **Final Assembly Lead Hand** to lead a production team responsible for the final assembly of our battery energy storage systems. In this role, you'll oversee the assembly of large industrial enclosures, routing of high-voltage power systems, and execution of End-of-Line (EOL) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) before systems are shipped to customers. Working closely with our Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams, you'll provide hands-on technical leadership, mentor technicians and apprentices, and support prototype builds, manufacturing improvements, and production excellence as we continue to scale. This role is ideal for an experienced Industrial Electrician, Millwright, or heavy assembly professional who enjoys leading by example while delivering safe, high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. **Responsibilities and Duties** - Lead the final assembly of complete battery energy storage systems, including structural assembly, heavy-gauge power cabling, busbars, conduit, and complex wire harnesses. - Safely operate overhead cranes, gantry systems, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to position heavy industrial components. - Ensure precise mechanical alignment, critical clearances, door seals, and torque values in accordance with engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications. - Install and wire sub-panels, industrial disconnects, transformers, breakers, and other high-capacity electrical interfaces. - Ensure all electrical routing, crimping, and connections comply with the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1) and internal quality standards. - Perform End-of-Line (EOL) testing, including point-to-point wiring validation, insulation resistance (Megger), grounding checks, and power-on safety verifications. - Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) alongside Quality Assurance and Engineering teams, ensuring systems perform as expected before shipment. - Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues identified during final assembly and testing. - Assign daily work, mentor technicians and apprentices, and promote safe, efficient, and high-quality production practices. - Complete build travelers, quality checklists, and final inspection documentation. - Support prototype builds, engineering projects, and continuous manufacturing improvements related to electrical systems and power integration. **The Candidate** **We’re looking for individuals with the following traits, skills, and experiences:** - Valid Canadian Journeyperson certification as an Industrial Electrician, Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, or equivalent trade. - Candidates without a Journeyperson certification who possess 7+ years of verifiable experience in heavy industrial machine building, enclosure manufacturing, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) are also encouraged to apply. - Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment manufacturing, industrial switchgear assembly, custom automation machinery, or a similar capital equipment production environment. - Demonstrated experience assembling, integrating, and troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems. - Proven experience performing electrical testing, including insulation resistance (Megger), continuity, hi-pot, grounding, and other production validation tests. - Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, heavy mechanical assembly, the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1), manufacturing drawings, and quality standards. - Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation. - 1–3 years of experience serving as a Lead Hand, Charge Hand, or mentor within a manufacturing environment. - Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and workmanship. - Ability to lift up to 23 kg and work safely on ladders, platforms, and throughout an active manufacturing environment. **Nice-to-Have Experience:** - Red Seal certification as an Industrial Electrician or Industrial Mechanic/Millwright. - Experience working with lithium-ion battery systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle technologies, or other renewable energy products. - Experience participating in customer-witnessed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT). - Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and other industrial lifting equipment. - Experience supporting prototype builds, new product introduction (NPI), or manufacturing process development. **Why join us?** - Today, we’re delivering 5x the energy density and have all the certifications needed to ship energy independence to the world. - Be part of a mission-driven company focused on creating sustainable energy solutions and making a positive impact on the world. - Collaborate closely with passionate co-founders and a team committed to innovation and excellence. - Contribute to building and scaling a company from the ground up, where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact. - Thrive in a workplace that values collaboration, wellness, and celebrating successes, with regular company socials, fitness sessions, and more. **We're a fast-paced and dynamic team.** Every day you'll be taking on a new challenge and learning something new. You'll take on a wide breadth of tasks and contribute to disrupting the battery industry. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that is working together to save the planet! Fun, health, and wellness are incorporated into our daily schedule and we encourage all our team members to bring innovative ideas to the table to create an interactive workplace. **Moment Energy Benefits Highlights** *(full time, permanent employees only)* **Financial Growth: Employee equity and a robust RRSP matching program.** **Comprehensive Health Coverage:** Extended health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents through Manulife. **Generous Time Off & Flexibility:** Paid time off plus a paid company closure between Christmas and New Year's, with a generous paid sick leave. **Vibrant Culture & Perks:**Open and collaborative office culture, frequent company socials and wellness programs (weekly yoga/fitness), and free EV charging on-site. **Company Dinner:**Weekly Tuesday dinner provided by Moment Energy. We also have a generous supply of coffee and snacks for the office! **Our Commitments** Moment Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. —--- **Our Values** Our values are key to how we show up every day at Moment Energy! We keep them in the forefront of what we do, and they’re used everywhere. We refer to them when we have tough decisions to make, we give shoutouts based on living out these values, and we include them as part of our performance reviews. We have 5 core values and 1 foundational pillar (Safety is our Foundation) which lays the groundwork for everything we do. **Safety is our Foundation** We prioritize the safety of our products, customers, employees, and the general public above all else. From the workshop to the field, we maintain the highest standards for our batteries in testing manufacturing and deployment, and daily operations. Safety is not only about procedures—it is about vigilance, responsibility, and speaking up when something does not feel right. Safety is everyone's responsibility. We follow safety protocols, use proper equipment, and continuously improve our systems to prevent risks before they occur. If something is unsafe, we stop work and address it. Safety also means protecting our colleagues, customers, and communities by designing reliable products, maintaining safe workspaces, and ensuring our work is done carefully and responsibly. **We’re Building a Greener Future Together:** We infuse passion for our cleantech mission into every aspect of our work and incorporate fun into the workplace. We motivate one another, celebrate our successes and embrace eco-friendly practices to reduce our carbon footprint. **We Prioritize our Customer’s Needs:** We place our customers at the core of everything we do, ensuring that every decision considers their needs and aims to provide increased value to them. We provide reliable support for our customers, every step of the way. **We’re Open, Honest and Accountable:** We prioritize open and honest communication to foster mutual understanding, strengthen knowledge sharing, and reduce miscommunication within the team. We admit when we’ve made a mistake, and remedy our actions. We transparently communicate outcomes whether good, bad, or unexpected. **We Think and Act like Owners:** We’re self-starters that proactively embrace new challenges along with personal and collective ownership of responsibilities in the organization. We focus on growth, not titles, and we do what needs to be done. **We Treat Everyone with Respect:** We actively listen, share openly, and work together towards common goals. We treat one another with mutual respect to cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels accepted, supported, and heard. We keep an open mind and are willing to learn.