Relay & Power Systems Technician

VoltaGrid; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid is seeking a Relay & Power System Technician in Midland, Texas, for installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical protection relays, controls, and switchgear across MV equipment.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in power generation/distribution and 5 years as a relay technician, with strong knowledge of breakers, CT/PT circuits, transformers, and SEL/other relay products. A valid driver's license and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 10+ years in power generation/distribution experience.
• 5+ years as a relay technician with protection/control experience.
• Extensive knowledge of breakers, switchgear, CT/PT circuits and transformers.
• Experience with SEL relay products and MV switchgear is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Install and test protection relays and controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair protection and control systems.
• Test and repair LV/MV breakers, switchgear, CT/PT circuits.
• Assist commissioning of new equipment with engineering/operational teams.
• Assist creation of as-built protection/control schematics.
• Support power generation fleets and remote sites as needed.
• Document test procedures and results; provide remote technical support.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Protection relay testing

Field experience

Documentation

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree in engineering or technical field

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Rockwell PLCs

SEL Relay products

CAT EMCP controllers

Job description

Position Title: Relay & Power System Technician

Location: Midland Texas

FLSA Class: NON-EXEMPT

Responsible to: IC&E Engineering Manager

Position Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical protection relays, controls, and switchgear for Medium Voltage electrical generation, distribution, and substation equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Installation and testing of new electrical protection relays and controls


• Troubleshooting and repair for existing electrical protection and control systems


• Testing, troubleshooting, and repair for LV and MV breakers, switchgear, and CT/PT circuits


• Assisting the engineering and operations teams with new equipment commissioning


• Assisting the engineering team with the creation of as-built protection/control schematics


• Supporting existing power generation fleets, compression stations, and other operational sites


• Documenting equipment test procedures and results


• Providing technical support to the remote operations center as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Minimum of ten years’ experience in the power generation/distribution industry


• Minimum of five years’ experience as a relay technician


• Extensive knowledge of electrical breakers, switchgear, CT/PT circuits, and power transformers


• Prefer experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories' (SEL) Relay product line


• Significant experience with Medium Voltage switchgear and distribution systems


• Field experience of troubleshooting electrical protection relay logic, control wiring etc.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Valid driver’s license

Other Preferred Qualifications

• College degree and/or coursework in an engineering or technical field


• Experience with generator controllers (CAT EMCP, DEIF, Deep Sea, DI.ANE, etc.)


• Experience with industrial PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell, etc.)


• NETA certifications


• Experience with P&C (Protection and Control)


• Experience with SEL RTACs and/or SEL PowerMax


• Experience with Power Management Systems


• Experience with the integration of industrial SCADA systems


• Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC) and/or other relevant codes and standards


• Familiarity with NETA commissioning and maintenance testing standards

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is committed to hiring veterans and transitioning military service members, particularly those with expertise in equipment maintenance, repair, and technical skills. Your dedication, leadership, and hands-on experience in maintaining heavy equipment make you an ideal fit for our team

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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