May 18, 2026 Field Service Lead
About Us
At Ocean Renewable Power Company (ORPC), we believe that rivers and tides can play a key role in the transition to clean and sustainable energy. By joining our team, you will be making a tangible contribution to the deployment of renewable energy solutions that help communities reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and build a more resilient energy future. With a unique track record in the development and operation of marine energy projects that have already delivered electricity to the grid, ORPC continues to expand to make renewable energy accessible in many parts of the world. For more information, visit the www.orpc.co.
About the position
ORPC is seeking a Field Service Lead based in Quebec to assist with the installation of our cutting-edge marine renewable energy systems. The Field Service Lead will be involved in the management of multiple projects and will collaborate with teams across the US, Canada, Ireland and Chile.
You will be the bridge between our engineering designs and real-world implementation, managing site characterization, installations, and long-term operations across multiple high-impact projects in the US and Canada.
What You’ll Do
- Manage project-based field operations, from site surveys to the final installation of ORPC power systems.
- Develop and champion on-site safety plans and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring every team member returns home safely.
- Partner with our development and engineering teams in the U.S. and beyond to deploy our power systems.
- Troubleshoot electro-mechanical and marine systems in remote locations where creativity and resourcefulness are your best tools.
- Manage contractors and collaborate with local stakeholders to ensure quality, environmental, and community standards are exceeded.
Qualifications
- You hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent life experience) and have 5+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical systems, electrical wiring, and marine operations.
- You have a proven track record of coordinating fieldwork and leading subcontractors to high standards of workmanship.
- You are professionally fluent in French and English.
- Ability to travel up to 35% of the time, often to remote domestic and international locations.
- You hold (or are ready to obtain) an ASP Construction Certification and are comfortable in swift-water environments.
- You can interpret complex engineering drawings and analyze datasets to assess site feasibility.
- Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Experience with data acquisition and instrumentation.
- Valid Driver’s License and Passport.
- Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in all weather conditions.
Why ORPC?
At ORPC, we believe in the power of human ingenuity and the importance of ecological stewardship. We offer a collaborative culture where your voice is heard, and your safety is our ultimate priority. Join us in building a sustainable world, one project at a time.
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