Promote and model a strong safety culture, including accountability for safety practices of team members.
Install, commission, test, and perform routine maintenance on protective relaying systems in substations.
Perform system analysis involving relays, transformers, AC/DC systems, and instrumentation. Assist in troubleshooting distribution and transmission protection schemes and control issues.
Conduct function testing on relay panels, transformers, breakers, and associated control circuitry.
Analyze relay logic, settings, and responses to simulated faults to confirm proper operation.
Create and follow procedures for testing, commissioning, and maintaining protective devices.
Plan and implement testing and isolation procedures for scheduled outages.
Develop and execute relay test routines, macros, and verify system performance aligns with design parameters.
Install and test communication protocols and systems such as SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, and fiber optics.
Requirements
protective relays
relay logic
relay software
electrical degree
communication
travel
Capable of working in outdoor environments and various weather conditions.
Some working knowledge of electrical control circuits and protective relay logic.
Some experience working with protective relay equipment in utility substations.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Proficiency with relay test software and tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or Engineering or other 2 year degree.
Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders or equipment for extended periods.
Benefits
401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
Employee discounts on consumer goods
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Choice of PPO, HSA, and FSA plans
Comprehensive benefits packages including Medical, Dental, and Vision
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Company
Overview
1975
Year Founded
The company was established as a family-owned business specializing in challenging utility construction projects.
50 years
Years of Experience
Over five decades, they have developed expertise in utility structure erection, underwater work, and substation construction.
Their fleet includes amphibious cranes, river barges, and advanced drilling rigs, enabling projects in swamps, energized sites, and limited-access zones.
Typical projects include erecting lattice, guyed, and steel power poles, installing driven piles, rock-drilling for shaft foundations, and full substation builds.
Known for tackling the toughest environments—from granite bedrock to amphibious terrains—they bring specialized tooling and rigorous execution.
Backed by a steady growth model and strong financials, they've built long-standing client partnerships and expanded regionally across the Southeast and Midwest.