Relay Technician I: Build Relay Protection Skills in Substations

Electric Power Systems; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Instructor-Led...

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certs

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization providing acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance services across North America. The Relay Technician I role develops foundational knowledge of relay protection theory and practical testing, under supervision, in substations and C&I environments.

Responsibilities include installation, wiring, basic testing, and documentation, with exposure to protective relays, test plans, and

Qualifications

• Pre-employment drug screen required for safety sensitive role.
• Criminal background check required.
• Ability to travel and work overtime as needed.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing and repairing protective relays.
• Ability to troubleshoot distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, wiring, and commissioning of protection and control systems on relay panels, transformers, and breakers.
• Perform entry-level testing under supervision from senior technicians and engineers.
• Help build and execute basic relay test plans per engineering guidance.
• Support testing activities and document results with accurate reports.
• Work with senior staff to develop relay protection theory understanding.
• Read and interpret one-line, three-line, and AC/DC schematics.
• Review protection drawings to understand system design and function.
• Troubleshoot relay and control issues using diagrams and manuals.

Skills

Drug screen

Background check

Overtime travel

Driver's license

Relays experience

Troubleshooting circuits

Relay test software

Education

Electrical/electronic degree or military experience

NETA certification a plus

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization providing acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance services across North America. The Relay Technician I role develops foundational knowledge of relay protection theory and practical testing, under supervision, in substations and C&I environments.

Responsibilities include installation, wiring, basic testing, and documentation, with exposure to protective relays, test plans, and