Lead Protection and Control Technician (Remote)

Telex LLC; Port Arthur (TX); A distancia; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan + additional</n

Employee share ownership plan

Paid time off and holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Telex LLC is seeking a Lead Protection and Control Technician (Remote) to own commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting protective relaying schemes across generation, transmission, and distribution substations. You'll lead field projects, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with utilities, vendors, and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems with safety and quality at the forefront.

The role requires hands-on expertise with Omicron, Doble, Vanguard test equipment and

Formación

• 5+ years field experience in relay testing and substation commissioning.
• Expertise in three-phase power systems and protection schemes.
• Experience with SCADA integration.
• Proficient with Omicron, Doble, and Vanguard test equipment.
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Lead commissioning, installation, and maintenance of protective relaying equipment and SCADA systems.
• Perform advanced end-to-end relay testing using Doble Protection Suite and Omicron.
• Conduct functional and scheme testing including reclosing and breaker failure.
• Troubleshoot protocols like DNP3 and Modbus; use Wireshark and related tools.
• Develop standardized commissioning and testing procedures.
• Mentor junior technicians and oversee field execution for safety and quality.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure reliability.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Field experience

Relay testing

Troubleshooting

Communication

Travel readiness

Three-phase power systems

SCADA integration

Herramientas

Omicron

Doble

Vanguard

RTS

Test Universe

Protection Suite

Accelerator

DNP3

Modbus

Descripción del empleo

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.