Job Type
Full-time
Description
Role Overview - Take the lead on substation testing and inspection projects
- Analyze wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documents
- Act as a trusted on-site subject matter expert
- Oversee quality and safety standards during testing
- Detect and troubleshoot issues at substation sites
Requirements
Qualifications - 10+ years of relay technician experience
- Strong understanding of protection relays and high-voltage protection
- Working knowledge of high voltage potential transformers, current transformers, high voltage breakers, and SCADA systems.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing substation relaying/control equipment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Education - Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
Required Skills - Read manufacturer manuals and prepare commissioning checklists
- Develop commissioning plans and outage sequencing schedules
- Evaluate relay protection schemes and perform design changes
- Program, test, and validate relay settings and control circuits
- Perform fault testing and reconcile results
- Safely energize and direct field operations at substations
- Conduct current and potential transformer testing
- Interpret schematics and verify system inputs/outputs
- Familiar with symmetrical components, phasors, and zones of protection
- Experience with digital fault recorders and SCADA systems
- Knowledge of RTU, PLC, and substation integration hardware/software
- Proficient in DNP3, MODBUS, RS-232/485, and Ethernet communication protocols
- Capable of EMS point verification with utility operating personnel
- Familiar with metering quantities, transducers, and control circuit lamping tests
- Trainable in various RTU software packages
We offer...•
Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.
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Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.
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Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
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Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
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Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.
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Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment
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Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.
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Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously
We offer a competitive salary and great benefits.Salary Description
$55 - $70 an hour
