Relay Technician

TeraWulf; Town of Barker (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

401(k)

PTO 120 hours

Holidays

EAP

Growth opportunities

Bonuses potential

Job summary

Beowulf Electricity and Data in Barker, NY is seeking a Relay Technician with strong protection and control experience to support two on-site substations and a growing AI campus infrastructure. Join a mission-critical environment where you’ll test, calibrate, and maintain protective relays and control circuits, analyze fault data, and ensure safe operations.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in relay protection roles or similar.

Responsibilities

• Protection system testing, calibration, commissioning, and maintenance of protective relays and substation equipment.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting: analyze relay events, alarms, and fault data to identify root causes.
• Substation operations support: assist with maintenance, outage coordination, switching, and commissioning at two on-site substations.
• Protection & control verification: test protection schemes, CTs, PTs and control wiring for proper performance.
• Incident response & ownership: respond to faults and support restoration with Operations/Engineering.
• Documentation & compliance: maintain test reports, maintenance records, relay settings, and compliance records.

Skills

Relay Technician Experience

Protection & Control

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Safety culture

Physical stamina

Education

NETA Certification

Electrical Journeyman status

Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

SEL Protection Platforms

GE Multilin

ABB

Siemens

SCADA familiarity

Job description

Company: Beowulf Electricity and Data

Location: Barker, NY

Position Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Compensation: $33.00 - $57.00 hourly (Based on experience, certifications, and qualifications)

Are you an electrical protection expert ready to power the AI revolution?

At Beowulf E&D, we manage the critical infrastructure that keeps next-generation technology online. Located at our state-of-the-art facility on the shores of Lake Ontario in Barker, NY, our operations are rapidly scaling to support a 500MW AI and high-performance computing campus powered by two dedicated on-site substations that the Operations team is responsible for.

We are seeking a Relay Technician with strong protection and control experience, exceptional troubleshooting abilities, and a safety-first mindset. If you thrive in mission-critical environments where electrical reliability is essential to keeping advanced AI infrastructure online, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-growth sector.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $33.00/hr. to $57.00/hr., based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.
• Growth & Opportunity: Work on one of the largest AI and high-performance computing campuses in North America as our electrical infrastructure continues to expand.
• Performance Incentives: Eligibility for potential yearly bonuses tied directly to company performance achievements.
• Exceptional Health Coverage: 80% employer-paid healthcare premium options.
• Retirement Planning: Full 401(k) and Roth retirement savings choices.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours of accrued PTO plus 11 paid company holidays.
• Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available from day one.
• Mission-Critical Environment: Support advanced substation infrastructure, high-voltage electrical systems, and cutting-edge AI computing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Protection System Testing & Maintenance: Perform testing, calibration, commissioning, and maintenance of protective relays, control circuits, and associated substation equipment.
• Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting: Analyze relay events, oscillography records, alarms, and fault data to rapidly identify root causes and restore system reliability.
• Substation Operations Support: Assist with maintenance, outage coordination, switching activities, and commissioning efforts associated with two on-site substations and campus electrical distribution systems.
• Protection & Control Verification: Conduct end-to-end testing of protection schemes, CTs, PTs, and control wiring to ensure proper system performance and coordination.
• Incident Response & Ownership: Respond to electrical system abnormalities, support emergency restoration efforts, and work closely with Operations and Engineering teams to implement corrective actions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain detailed test reports, maintenance records, relay settings documentation, and compliance records to support safe and reliable operations.

Core Requirements

• Experience: 3-7 years of experience as a Relay Technician, Protection & Control Technician, Substation Technician, or similar electrical protection role.
• Electrical Protection Knowledge: Working knowledge of protective relay systems, substation protection schemes, and electrical power system fundamentals.
• Technical Aptitude: Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, protection schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical construction drawings.
• Troubleshooting Mentality: Proven ability to diagnose complex electrical issues, analyze protection events, and implement effective corrective solutions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to create accurate technical reports and maintenance documentation.
• Safety Focus: Strong commitment to electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and industry best practices.
• Physical Capability: Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, climb stairs and ladders, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Preferred (Plus, But Not Required)

• Experience with SEL, GE Multilin, ABB, Siemens, or similar protective relay platforms.
• Experience supporting substations operating at medium- and high-voltage levels (34.5kV to 115kV+).
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, RTUs, metering equipment, and communications networks.
• NETA Certification, Electrical Journeyman status, Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology, or related technical certifications.
• Experience supporting utility, power generation, renewable energy, industrial manufacturing, or mission-critical data center facilities.

Beowulf E&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and fully complies with all ADA regulations.