Lead Transmission Relay Technician

Duke Energy Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Relay Technician II to assist and lead technicians in relay construction and maintenance across stations. The role demands expert testing, safety leadership, and the ability to coach others in proper procedures.

The position requires strong knowledge of P&C circuits, remote logic testing, and thorough documentation. Onsite work at multiple sites with after-hours availability and relocation within North/South Carolina are possible.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology required.
• 3+ years related work experience required for Tech II.
• If no Associate’s degree, High School/GED with 5+ years related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Has professional safety behavior and high expectations for safe work practices.
• Leads construction and maintenance activities of any complexity.
• Performs remote logic testing using MB tester and time-synched test sets.
• Interprets drawings and existing conditions to identify design errors.
• Installs, commissions, tests and troubleshoots relays and associated equipment.
• Ensures paperwork and files are accurate and submitted on time.
• Leads relay installation portions of mobile substations/transformers or temporary equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Oral and written communication

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology

Three (3) or more years related work

High School/GED with five (5) years related work

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Relay Technician II to assist and lead technicians in relay construction and maintenance across stations. The role demands expert testing, safety leadership, and the ability to coach others in proper procedures.

The position requires strong knowledge of P&C circuits, remote logic testing, and thorough documentation. Onsite work at multiple sites with after-hours availability and relocation within North/South Carolina are possible.