Relay Technician – Protection & Control

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

📋 Description

• Work safely in energized utility-class substations.

• Lead a team while fostering a positive work environment.

• Conduct testing on utility transmission-grade relays.

• Execute functional testing of protective schemes for projects within the continental United States.

• Commission and troubleshoot SCADA systems for substations.

• Plan, prepare, and implement test plans utilizing Doble ProTest or equivalent software/equipment.

• Perform functional testing on intricate protection schemes.

• Ensure that project quality meets specifications and standards.

• Identify and resolve design and wiring challenges.

• Communicate project progress and issues to the Project Manager and company leadership.

• Organize and manage project testing documentation for closeout packages.

• Conduct in-service checks in energized substations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Capability to safely work in energized utility-class substations.

• Ability to lead a team while maintaining a positive demeanor.

• 3–5 years of experience in testing SEL, GE, ABB, and Basler microprocessor-based relays.

• Knowledge of protective relays and schemes, including overcurrent, differential, line, voltage, and frequency protection applications.

• Experience in performing SCADA testing with SEL RTAC or similar vendor equipment.

• Proficient in computer applications such as MS Office, Doble Protection Suite, RTS, SEL AcSELerator, Adobe, and other necessary tools.

• Ability to conduct in-service checks in energized substations.

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology/Engineering is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent industry experience; 10+ years of relevant experience is preferred for the experience alternative.

• Willingness to travel approximately 75% annually.

• Possess a clean driving record.

• Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and noisy conditions.

• Capability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 60 lbs.

• Ability to work at elevated positions.

• Minimum of OSHA 10-hour certification.

• NFPA 70E FA/CPR training is required.

• NICET or NETA Level 2 or higher qualification is preferred.

• Strong skills in verbal, presentation, and written communication.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Willingness to research and self-teach unfamiliar topics.

• Professional representation of the company to clients, owners, vendors, and subcontractors.

• Ability to drive issues to resolution.

• Self-motivated individual.

🏝️ Benefits

• OSHA 10 hour (minimum) training provided.

• NFPA 70E FA/CPR training offered.

• Opportunity/requirement for NICET or NETA level 2 or higher qualification.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• E-Verify participant.