Senior Relay Technician: Protection & Control Lead

Electric Power Systems

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay
Talent Development – Courses andOnline
Career Path Planning
Incentives for Professional Certs
Competitive Per Diem for Travel
Referral Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems, a leading provider of electrical testing and engineering services, seeks a Senior Relay Technician to serve as technical lead for protection and control systems. You will manage advanced testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and full project execution, while guiding field teams and maintaining safety standards across substation and industrial environments.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, team development, and technical leadership with opportunities for career

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology.
  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • NETA I II /IV certification, preferred.
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  • Able to travel and work overtime.

Responsibilities

  • Lead job site safety briefings and enforce safety policies.
  • Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and systems.
  • Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and functional testing of substation control circuits.
  • Read, interpret, and validate protection schematics and configurations.
  • Develop project execution plans and oversee large commissioning projects.
  • Interface with customers and project stakeholders to communicate status and expectations.

Skills

Relay testing
Troubleshooting
Project leadership
Field safety
Customer interface

Education

Electrical/Electronic technology degree
Engineering degree (4-year)
Military experience

Tools

Relay test software

Job description

Electric Power Systems, a leading provider of electrical testing and engineering services, seeks a Senior Relay Technician to serve as technical lead for protection and control systems. You will manage advanced testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and full project execution, while guiding field teams and maintaining safety standards across substation and industrial environments.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, team development, and technical leadership with opportunities for career

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