Lead Protection and Control Technician (Remote)

Telex LLC

Tyler (TX)

Remote

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Career growth opportunities

Innovative tech environment

Job summary

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

The role requires hands-on expertise with relay testing tools (Omicron, Doble, RTS) and strong leadership to mentor junior technicians while ensuring safety and quality on field deployments.

Qualifications

5+ years field experience in relay testing and substation commissioning.
Expertise in three-phase power systems and protection schemes.
Proficient with Omicron, Doble, Vanguard and related test equipment.
Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning, installation, and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.
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.
Troubleshoot and optimize protocols including DNP3, Modbus, 8979.
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 reliability.

Skills

Protective relaying

Relay testing

Substation commissioning

SCADA integration

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Tools

Omicron Test Universe

Doble Protection Suite

RTS

Accelerator

Protection Suite

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