Relay Field Technician III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Carry out the commissioning and testing of protection and control systems for electric utility substations and plant locations of customers.

• Conduct tests on Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), SCADA systems, communication media, relays, meters, RTUs, DFRs, and other related intelligent logic devices.

• Make red-line adjustments to design documents throughout the entire drawing set, including Single Line, AC/DC Elementary, Wiring, Panel Arrangement, and Bill of Material/Material List.

• Execute end-to-end testing procedures.

• Perform IED testing both manually and using automated test sets such as Doble 6150, Omicron, and Manta.

• Recognize common risks associated with testing and commissioning systems and schemes.

• Create test plans, risk assessments, and practical applications for basic protection and control systems and schemes.

• Analyze project scope and drawing interpretations to develop comprehensive functional guidelines and risk assessments.

• Lead personnel and tasks within larger projects or offer technical and leadership guidance on clearly defined projects.

• Conduct weekly site safety inspections.

• Oversee the application of HP with Project Lead approval.

• Uphold the policies and procedures of both the company and the customer.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or an Electrical Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred.

• Equivalent experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or Navy Nuke) is also acceptable.

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in relay testing and commissioning within substations is required.

• Experience in troubleshooting, testing, commissioning, maintaining, and operating electrical power systems, control systems, instrumentation, switchgear, or protective equipment in a military context can replace relay testing experience.

• Familiarity with using simple volt-ohm-meters and handling hand tools is necessary.

• Ability to read and interpret One Line, AC & DC Elementary, and Wiring diagrams is essential.

• Strong computer skills, including computer networking and proficiency with Android/iPhone apps.

• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite of software.

• Experience in mapping drive letters for server connections is required.

• Familiarity with obtaining, installing, and connecting handheld device applications to ‘The Cloud’ or other specified locations is preferred.

• Capability to perform regular fieldwork in various environments, conditions, and weather conditions.

• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is necessary.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Sign-on/Relocation Bonus of up to $10k.

• External and Internal Referral Bonuses of up to $10k.

• Per Diem allowance of up to $225 based on client specifications.

• Overtime opportunities with up to 50+ working hours per week depending on client needs.

• Company truck available for both company and personal use.

• Opportunities for career development, including strong mentorship and company investment.

• Three weeks of travel to client sites with paid housing and long weekends (~3 days) at home.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.

• Retirement Savings Plans with employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental Leave benefits.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Paid Company Holidays.