Location: Nisku, Alberta
Position: Full time

THE CHALLENGE

Lead the safe installation and alignment of combustion intake and exhaust frame assemblies critical to turbine packaging. This role ensures all components meet engineering, quality, and torque requirements while maintaining efficient workflow across multiple bays in a fast-paced production environment through hands-on leadership.

We are currently looking for a Shop Lead (Intake/Exhaust Frames) to become an X-PERT on our team in Nisku, AB.

WHAT WE'LL OFFER YOU

• A dynamic environment where your expertise in safety makes an impact
• A comprehensive compensation package, including company benefits and a competitive salary
• Decades of experience to support you in your role and augment your knowledge
• Core values we live by and you’ll resonate with

ABOUT THE X-GROUP OF COMPANIES

"Modular power to give back with endless energy"

Most power system providers limit support to their own brands. We founded X-Group with the core objective to change this practice in the industry. In 2020, we assembled a team of seasoned experts, proficient in a diverse array of power equipment. From that point onward we’ve made it our mission to deliver the X-FACTOR experience with cross-platform energy solutions that reduce cost and carbon footprint. We believe companies should never put product sales ahead of their customers' success. Guided by this principle, our vendor-neutral approach considers all possibilities of OEM hardware, optimizing for our clients’ needs, budget and future.

We listen and help you solve for X.

We help our clients benefit from new technologies for intelligent ESG (environmental, social, and governance) performance growth, with lifecycle support that moves them from feeling cornered to confident. We walk through every project phase, from concept to completion for all rotating equipment, guiding with the capability and synergy of our robust group of companies.

We are the world's leading provider of cross-platform solutions for evolving power systems.

The future of power is bright.

OUR CORE VALUES

BE GREAT

Strive for excellence with accountability in everything we do

BE KIND

In every human interaction, leave the experience better than you found it.

STAND OUT

Be different. Live different. Do different.

HAVE FUN

Make every moment count.

GIVE BACK

We're building a better future for generations to come.

TOGETHER, WE WIN!

Life is better for everyone when we work together.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the installation of combustion-intake ducts, exhaust frames, seals, and associated hardware according to engineering specifications.
• Perform precise torquing and fit-up of components to ensure structural integrity and compliance with tolerances.
• Verify all labels, part numbers, and traveler documentation for accuracy before installation.
• Manage kit activities, ensuring all components are staged, inspected, and ready for assembly.
• Execute delta work, including:
  • Pre-fitting small duct transitions on-bay.
  • Cutting seals to length and prepping duct hardware.
  • Initiating and maintaining travelers for all assigned work, ensuring accurate documentation and traceability.
  • Ensuring precise alignment of intake and exhaust assemblies to meet downstream heavy lift requirements.
  • Conducting in-process inspections and collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve discrepancies.
  • Applying sealants and verify proper application using gauge tools and measurement instruments.

• Safely operate cranes (5–10-ton capacity), spreader bars, and tag lines for lifting and positioning components.
• Utilize specialized fixtures, alignment tools, and torque equipment to achieve precision assembly.
• Maintain and inspect tools and equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with safety
• Act as a hands-on leader, mentoring technicians on proper assembly techniques and safety practices.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to production schedules.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and implementing best practices.
• Enforce OHS and company safety standards, including PPE usage and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Conduct pre-lift safety checks and ensure proper rigging practices during crane operations.
• Report and document any safety incidents or near misses promptly.
• Coordinate with Engineering for technical clarifications and design adjustments.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to maintain compliance with specifications and standards.
• Communicate with Operations and Supply Chain teams regarding material availability and workflow priorities.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 5+ years in mechanical assembly or structural fabrication in heavy industrial environments
• 2+ years in a leadership or lead technician role
• Associate degree or technical diploma in: Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing or related field
• 2+ years in a leadership or lead technician role
• Experience in safely operating 5-10-ton cranes, spreader bars, and tag lines.
• Datum alignment and structural work for large assemblies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and travelers
• Familiarity with S3 kit and S0M delta work processes
• Ability to coordinate with engineering and quality teams
• Experience with turbine packaging or power generation equipment
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for traveler initiation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet assembly deadlines and manage multiple kit activities simultaneously
• Ability to troubleshoot alignment or structural issues and make quick decisions under production constraints
• Strategic thinking with strong business and brand acumen
• A creative, detail driven and solution-oriented mindset
• Integrity and presence consistent with X-Group's leadership standards and Core Values

PHYSICAL & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Participation in safety training programs, including hazard communication, emergency response, and travel safety.
• Ensure all sales team members are trained on site-specific safety protocols when visiting customer facilities or field operations.
• Participate in any required drug and alcohol testing. This position is considered safety sensitive.
• Understand and comply with the X-Group's safety polices, safe work SOPs, protocols, procedures, and rules.
• Wear required safety equipment and personal protective devices, including clothing mandated by legislation and the employer.
• Ensure the worksites is free of hazards that could cause slips, trips, or falls.
• Notify supervisors of any unsafe conditions or acts that may endanger workers.
• Report all accidents and Injuries to supervisors es soon as possible.
• Take every reasonable precaution to protect the safety of other workers and oneself.
• Maintain a valid Driver's License and a clean driver's abstract.
• Maintain a valid passport and can travel internationally as required.
• Maintain a clean criminal background check.
• Prolong periods of standing and walking throughout the shop floor
• Ability to life and carry components and tools up to 50lbs regularly
• Occasional team lifts for heavier structural parts
• Frequent bending and kneeling
• Extended reaching
• Exposure to shop noise, vibration and varying temperatures
• Crane and Rigging Certification (for 5–10 ton crane operations)
• Forklift Operator Certification

HOW TO APPLY

We want to get to know you!

Bring your technical expertise and leadership to the Shop Lead (Intake and Exhaust Frames) role at TURBINE-X Energy. Apply to play a key role in delivering precisely aligned assemblies that enable successful downstream lifts and final package integration.

To learn more about TURBINE-X and the X-Group of Companies, check out our website at x-group.com

Apply online at Indeed.ca or send your resume to careers@x-group.com, indicating the position you are applying for.

X-Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in the position, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This posting is open until a successful candidate is hired.