Substation Relay Technician

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Substation Relay Technician to install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain protective relay and control systems within high-voltage substations. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability and safety of the electric grid by performing commissioning, calibration, and maintenance of protective relay equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in relay protection, substation operations, and electrical testing procedures. Key Responsibilities:

• Relay Testing & Commissioning: Perform testing, calibration, and functional verification of protective relays, including electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues with relay protection and control systems to ensure proper functionality and compliance with system specifications.
• Installation & Upgrades: Install and configure new relay protection equipment, wiring, and associated control devices in substations.
• System Protection Verification: Conduct fault analysis and relay coordination studies to ensure effective system protection.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of test results, relay settings, and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations such as NERC, IEEE, and ANSI.
• Safety & Standards: Adhere to all safety protocols and industry best practices while working on high-voltage equipment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, project managers, and field personnel to support relay system reliability and improvements.

• Education: Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience working with protective relay systems in substations.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in relay testing equipment such as Doble, Omicron, or Megger.
• Experience with protective relay brands including SEL, GE, ABB, and Siemens.
• Understanding of power system protection principles, fault analysis, and relay coordination.
• Familiarity with NERC and utility industry compliance standards.
• Certifications: NETA Level III or IV certification (preferred but not required).
• Other Requirements:
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Willingness to travel to substations and project sites as needed.

• Experience with SCADA integration and remote monitoring of protection systems.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 protocols and digital substations.
• Background in utility or power generation environments.