Senior Relay Field Technician

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

📋 Description

• Conduct testing and regular maintenance of power equipment within Transmission and Distribution substations.

• Evaluate electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor relaying systems.

• Assess pilot channel equipment such as power line carriers, pilot wires, transfers, transfer trips, fiber optics, CVTs, line tuners, and line traps.

• Examine controls and communications equipment.

• Read and accurately interpret substation diagrams, including single-line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings.

• Assist in developing procedures and/or test plans for maintenance and construction tasks.

• Read and validate relay voltage and current inputs.

• Confirm local and SCADA metering, trips, alarms, and function switches.

• Calibrate relays as needed.

• Execute routine troubleshooting and repair for substation relaying and control equipment.

• Commission new substations, power equipment, relays, pilot channel equipment, controls, and communications devices.

• Strategically plan, schedule, and finalize testing activities efficiently and punctually, ensuring no service interruptions.

• Offer technical project support to Field Service personnel.

• Engage in regular fieldwork in both indoor and outdoor settings.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing, and repairing substation relaying and control schemes.

• Preferred experience in substation design, construction, commissioning, or installation and testing of SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment.

• Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems along with power system protection and control schemes.

• Familiarity with test equipment and associated software.

• Proficient in the use of test equipment, tools, and wiring.

• Ability to interpret wiring and elementary diagrams effectively.

• Basic testing skills required to perform the specified duties.

• Fundamental PC skills are necessary.

• Quick adaptability to learn and implement test procedures for various types of substation equipment.

• Effective communication skills to interact with diverse groups, adjusting communication style for the audience and context.

• Capability to learn and apply clients' switching procedures and safety protocols.

• Competence in referencing and completing assignments as outlined in relevant specifications.

• Ability to engage in regular fieldwork in both indoor and outdoor environments.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, business acumen, and management abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record.

• An Associate's degree from an accredited 2-year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls or an Electrical Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution is preferred.

• Relevant experience and training from military service may be considered, such as Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or Navy Seabee.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance coverage.

• Vision insurance coverage.

• 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 policies.

• Paid Time Off provisions.

• Company Holidays.