Relay Technician II

Fiber Broadband; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Talent Development Courses (Instructor

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Certifications

Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is a qualified electrical testing and engineering firm focused on protection and control systems across data centers, utilities, renewables, and industrial facilities in North America. The Relay Technician II role advances testing, commissioning, and maintenance with increasing independence, under guidance from senior technicians and engineers.

The position emphasizes safety, thorough reporting, and collaboration with clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen due to safety-sensitive role.
• Must pass a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Willingness to travel for projects as needed.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations.
• Capability to troubleshoot distribution and transmission controls circuits.
• Knowledge of relay test software.

Responsibilities

• Perform relay testing, commissioning, and maintenance with supervision from Senior Relay Technicians and Engineers.
• Create testing plans and isolation plans to ensure safe execution of work.
• Analyze relay operations, event records, and system performance data for troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and complex protection logic.
• Develop detailed reports including test results and calibration documentation.
• Coordinate work with engineers, project teams, and other technicians to ensure project alignment.

Skills

Drug screen

Background check

Overtime and travel

Driver's license

Relay protection knowledge

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Diagram interpretation

Safe work practices

Education

Electrical/electronic technology degree (Bachelor's/Associate)

Military experience

Engineering degree (4-year)

NETA II Certified

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems

ID US-NC-Raleigh
ID 2026-7756

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.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information

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