Relay Protection Technician II – Testing & Commissioning

Electric Power Systems; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Relay Technician II to perform testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems with growing independence. You will support project execution, develop relay expertise, and document results while ensuring safety and quality.

The role involves collaboration with Senior Technicians and Engineers on multiple client sites across North America. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with protective relays in transmission or

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Knowledge of relay test software.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and participate in job briefings and hazard mitigation.
• Apply Human Performance Error Reduction concepts in daily work practices.
• Promote safe work behaviors and support team safety initiatives.
• Perform relay testing with assistance from Senior Technicians and Engineers.
• Execute element, logic, and basic functional testing of protective relays and control systems.
• Perform and evaluate in-service readings to verify system performance and identify abnormalities.
• Conduct end-to-end testing and validate protection system operation.
• Perform communication installations and testing including SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, fiber optics, and related protocols.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and complex protection logic.
• Develop testing plans and isolation plans for safe execution.
• Create detailed reports, including test results and calibration documentation.
• Demonstrate clear communication with clients, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate work activities with engineers and project teams.

Skills

Relay protection

Testing & commissioning

Troubleshooting

SCADA/GOOSE/Modbus

Reading diagrams

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical/Electronic technology degree

4-year engineering degree or military experience

NETA II Certification, preferred

Tools

Relay test software

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Relay Technician II to perform testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems with growing independence. You will support project execution, develop relay expertise, and document results while ensuring safety and quality.

The role involves collaboration with Senior Technicians and Engineers on multiple client sites across North America. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with protective relays in transmission or