Senior Relay Field Technician

Qualus

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

A leading power services firm in Cincinnati is looking for a Senior Relay Field Technician to perform testing and routine maintenance of substation power equipment. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The role includes troubleshooting, writing test plans, and commissioning equipment. The expected compensation reflects experience and education, with various benefits available.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years in commissioning, relay calibration, and testing.
Desirable experience in substation design and SCADA installation.
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and basic test skills required.
Effective communication tailored to diverse audience.

Responsibilities

Perform routine troubleshooting and maintenance of substation equipment.
Support writing procedures and test plans for maintenance tasks.
Commission new substations and plan testing activities efficiently.
Troubleshooting and repairing substation relaying and control equipment.
Plan, schedule, and complete test activities on time with no service interruptions.
Provide project technical support to field service personnel.

Skills

Field experience

3 phase power systems

Test equipment usage

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Test equipment

SCADA systems

Power line carrier

Job description

Overview

Senior Relay Field Technician role at Qualus. Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Senior Relay Field Technician. Our Senior Relay Field Technicians perform testing and routine maintenance of Transmission and Distribution substation power equipment, relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state and micro-processor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer, transfer trip, fiber optic, CVT’s, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment.

Responsibilities

Reading and properly interpreting substation drawings (e.g., single line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings).
Support in writing procedures and/or test plans in support of maintenance and construction activities.
Testing, including (without limitation): reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays; verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc.
Performing routine troubleshooting and repair of substation relaying and control equipment. Commission new substations, power equipment, relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state and microprocessor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer, transfer trip, fiber optic, CVT’s, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment.
Planning, scheduling, and completing test activities efficiently, on time, without service interruptions.
Providing Project Technical Support to Field Service personnel.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes.
Experience is desirable in any of the following related areas: substation design (including protection & control engineering); substation construction; substation commissioning; SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing.
3 phase power systems; power system protection & control schemes; test equipment; test equipment software.
Test equipment and tool/wiring usage; interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above; basic PC skills.
Quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment; communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation.
Learn and apply client’s switching procedures and safety measures as required.
Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients.
Perform regular field work both indoors and outdoors.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify. The expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited to education, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,600 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, and need an alternative method for applying, please email careers@qualuscorp.com.

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