Lead Protection and Control Technician (Remote)

Telex LLC; Corpus Christi (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Telex, LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Lead Protection and Control Technician (Remote) to own commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting protective relaying schemes across generation, transmission, and distribution substations.

The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on field work, and mentoring junior technicians, with travel and strong collaboration with clients, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years field experience in relay testing, calibration, and substation commissioning.
• 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, 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.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

Omicron

Doble

Vanguard

RTS

Test Universe

Protection Suite

Accelerator

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 (Remote) 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

• Salary range: $ (DOE) with performance-based incentives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan + additional retirement options.
• Employee share ownership plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.