Sr. Relay Technician

Description

• Develop Project Execution, Commissioning, Outage Sequence & Energization Procedures .
• Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components .
• Interact with customers .
• Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, or Relay Engineer I
• Calibrate & perform functional tests on both electromechanical and microprocessor based protective relays for substations.
• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify , eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Perform end-to-end relay testing using relay test software and analyze the operation of the relay based on the fault type run.
• Function as an on-site lead for the project, assign tasks, prioritize activities and interface with customers.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and function testing of substation control circuits on relay panel, transformer & circuit breaker change-outs .
• Project management of large scale and complex projects .
• Lead investigations of electrical related issues, including root cause analysis as needed.
• Determine and interpret customer’s requirements and provide final deliverables including as built prints and all test results meeting specified requirements .
• Perform complex troubleshooting .
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools .

Requirements

• Hands on experience installing, maintaining , testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations.
• Ability to analyze event records and make informed deductions
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
• Experience installing , maintaining , testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of relay test software.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Bachelor's or ass ociate degree in electr ical /Electronic technology, Military Experience, or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferred
• 5+ Years of Relevant Industry Experience
• NETA I II /IV Certified, preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a safe driving record.
• Understand manufactures’ literature to facilitate testing.
• Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Read and fully understand protection and control schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams and catch mistakes and problems with the drawings and design when comparing with accepted engineering and customer standards.

Benefits

• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
• Competitive pay
• Competitive Per Diem
• Referral Bonuses
• Career Path Planning
• 401k with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance