Lead Protection & Control Technician - Remote

Telex LLC; Ogden (UT); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

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. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, mentoring junior technicians, and collaborating with clients and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of field experience, deep knowledge of three-phase power systems and SCADA integration, and

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.
• 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

Lead field execution

Relay testing

Troubleshooting

Communication

Leadership

Travel willingness

Tools

Omicron Test Universe

Doble Protection Suite

RTS

Accelerator

ASE 2000

Job description

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. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, mentoring junior technicians, and collaborating with clients and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of field experience, deep knowledge of three-phase power systems and SCADA integration, and