Lead Protection and Control Technician

Telex LLC

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Telex LLC in Denver, CO is seeking a Lead Protection and Control Technician to own commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting advanced protective relaying schemes across substations.

You will lead field deployment for generation, transmission, and distribution projects, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with utilities, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver reliable, world-class protection systems.

Qualifications

5+ years field experience in relay testing, calibration, and substation commissioning without direct supervision.
Expertise in three-phase power systems, protection schemes, and SCADA integration.
Proficiency with Omicron, Doble, Vanguard, and related test equipment.
Skilled in RTS, Test Universe, Protection Suite, and Accelerator.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning, installation, and maintenance of protective relaying equipment and SCADA systems.
Perform end-to-end relay testing using Doble Protection Suite, Omicron Test Universe, and RTS.
Test functional schemes: reclosing, breaker failure, advanced logic, and comms protection.
Troubleshoot protocols: DNP3, Modbus; use Wireshark, Accelerator, ASE 2000.
Develop standardized commissioning and testing procedures.
Mentor junior technicians and oversee field execution for safety and quality.
Collaborate with clients, vendors, and engineering teams for reliability.

Skills

Relay testing

Calibration

Substation commissioning

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Omicron

Doble

Vanguard

RTS

Protection Suite

Test Universe

Accelerator

ASE 2000

Job description

About Telex, LLC

At Telex, we don't just power grids - we power possibilities. Our team of expert engineers and field technician partners with utilities, independent power producers, and energy innovators to deliver reliable, resilient, and future‑ready power systems.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lead Protection and Control Technician who thrives in complex environments, leads with confidence, and brings hands‑on expertise to mission‑critical projects. In this role, you'll take ownership of commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting advanced protective relaying schemes across generation, transmission, and distribution substations.

What You'll Do

Lead commissioning, installation, and maintenance of protective relaying equipment, DFRs, SCADA systems, and automation systems.
Perform advanced end‑to‑end relay testing using Doble Protection Suite, Omicron Test Universe, and RTS.
Execute functional and scheme testing: reclosing, breaker failure, advanced logic, and communication‑assisted protection schemes.
Troubleshoot and optimize protocols including DNP3, Modbus, 8979, using tools such as Wireshark, Accelerator, and ASE 2000.
Develop and refine standardized commissioning and testing procedures.
Mentor junior technicians and oversee field execution for safety and quality.
Partner with clients, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver world‑class reliability.

Preferred Experience

5+ years field experience in relay testing, calibration, and substation commissioning without direct supervision.
Expertise in three‑phase power systems, protection schemes, and SCADA integration.
Proficiency with Omicron, Doble, Vanguard, and related test equipment.
Skilled in RTS, Test Universe, Protection Suite, and Accelerator.
Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Why Join Telex?

Includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, PTO, career growth pathways, and an innovative environment working with cutting‑edge technology.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation