Senior Protection & Control Engineer - Substation Lead

Electric Power Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Instructor-Led &

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Certifications

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Senior Relay Technician to lead protection and control activities for substations and C&I projects across North America. You will perform advanced testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field leadership to ensure safe, reliable operation and project success.

Responsibilities include analyzing protection schemes, calibrating relays, coordinating resources, and delivering comprehensive reports while mentoring field personnel and interfacing with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in protection and control environments.
• NETA I/II/IV certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead protection and control testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting for substations and C&I systems.
• Manage projects, scope, schedules, and field resources to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop and review test reports, relay settings verification, and commissioning documentation.
• Coach Relay Technicians and junior engineers; mentor site personnel.
• Interface with customers and utilities to report status and resolve issues.

Skills

Protection schemes

Relay testing

Troubleshooting

Field leadership

Customer liaison

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical/Electronic technology degree

5+ years in power/industrial

NETA I/II/IV certification (preferred)

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Senior Relay Technician to lead protection and control activities for substations and C&I projects across North America. You will perform advanced testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field leadership to ensure safe, reliable operation and project success.

Responsibilities include analyzing protection schemes, calibrating relays, coordinating resources, and delivering comprehensive reports while mentoring field personnel and interfacing with customers.