Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Substation Relay Technician

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $60,000 - $90,000

Relocation: Open

Relocation Assistance: Open for discussion

Must Haves

• 3+ years relay testing & substation commissioning experience (15kV through to 500kV)
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without need for sponsorship.
• Ability to drive and travel to client utility sites across the US, with overnight stays.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel & Word.

Qualifications:

• Relay testing expertise onsite with utilities
• System checks, wiring checking & functioning
• Full-lifecycle commissioning and testing experience of substations
• Troubleshooting & problem analysis of protection equipment
• Apparatus testing & analysis using Double Protection, ProTest, AcSELerator or Renoserv
• Substation lightning stroke shielding plan and grounding plan experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to lead and hold meetings with utility clients
• Must have an Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, or the educational and/or experience related equivalent;
• Must have demonstrated significant electrical and mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with small, delicate, and complex equipment;
• Must be able to analyze electrical control and protection problems and be accurate in his work;

About The Company

The company consults, engineers, installs, and maintains critical infrastructure, communications and mesh systems across the United States for government and private sector clients.

Job Duties

• Install, test, maintain, repair, and operate substation and power plant equipment, including relays, breakers, transformers, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance using specialized test equipment.
• Test, calibrate, troubleshoot, and adjust protective relays and regulating apparatus.
• Conduct inspections, switching operations, and complete required reports and records.
• Assist with commissioning, new installations, and circuit identification.
• Add, remove, and modify wiring in AC and DC distribution and control circuits.
• Utilize hand and power tools for construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Gain familiarity with substation circuits, equipment, relay schemes, and testing methods.
• Complete job skill demonstrations and progression requirements for advancement to Substation Relay Tester.