Relay Technician II

Electric Power Systems; Manchester (NH); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Instructor-Led &

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certs

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering firm providing acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for data centers, utilities, renewables, transit, and industrial facilities across North America.

The Relay Technician II role focuses on testing, commissioning, and maintaining protection and control systems with increasing independence, under senior guidance, while advancing expertise in relay protection schemes and testing

Formación

• Pre-employment drug screen required for safety-sensitive role.
• Background check required for employment.
• Ability to work overtime and travel out of town.
• Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in substations.

Responsabilidades

• Adhere to safety policies and participate in job briefings.
• Apply Human Performance Error Reduction concepts in daily work.
• Promote safe work behaviors and safety initiatives.
• Perform relay testing with assistance from seniors.
• Execute testing of protective relays and control systems.
• Evaluate in-service readings to verify performance and identify issues.
• Conduct end-to-end testing and validate protection system operation.
• Install and test communications (SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, fiber optics).
• Analyze relay operations and system performance data for troubleshooting.
• Read one-line/three-line diagrams and protection schematics.
• Develop testing and isolation plans for safe execution.
• Create detailed test reports and commissioning records.
• Communicate clearly with team members, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities with engineers and project teams.

Conocimientos

Protective relays testing

Relay test software

Overtime travel

Driver's license

Troubleshooting power controls

Strong written & verbal communication

Educación

Electrical/Electronic technology degree or equivalent

Military experience (preferred)

NETA II Certification (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Electric Power Systems

ID US-NH-Manchester

ID 2026-7741

Overview

Job Title: Relay Technician II

About The Company

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary

The Relay Technician II is a mid-level role responsible for performing testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems with increasing independence. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, technical proficiency in relay systems, and the ability to support project execution through testing, troubleshooting, reporting, and communication. The technician will continue developing expertise in relay protection schemes, system analysis, and advanced testing practices while working closely with Senior Relay Technicians and Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and actively participate in job briefings and hazard mitigation efforts.
• Apply Human Performance Error Reduction (HPE) concepts in daily work practices.
• Promote safe work behaviors and support team safety initiatives.
• Perform relay testing with assistance from Senior Relay 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.
• Perform circuit analysis involving protective relays, instrumentation transformers, AC/DC circuits, and overall system functionality.
• Analyze relay operations, event records, and system performance data for troubleshooting and validation.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and complex protection logic.
• Develop testing plans and isolation plans to ensure safe and efficient execution of work.
• Create detailed reports, including test results, commissioning records, and calibration documentation.
• Demonstrate clear communication both internally with team members and externally with clients, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate work activities with engineers, project teams, and other technicians to ensure project alignment and efficiency.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, Military Experience, or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferred
• NETA II Certified, preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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