Sr Relay Technician

Electric Power Systems; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems in Toledo, Ohio is seeking a skilled Sr. Relay Technician to perform and supervise electrical testing and maintenance of relays used in power stations. The role involves leading safety briefings, managing large-scale projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the industry and a background in electrical technology or engineering. This position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays.
• Lead safety briefings on job site.
• Project manage large-scale projects.

Skills

Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays

Troubleshooting distribution and transmission control circuits

Knowledge of relay test software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent

Job description

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 Sr. Relay Technician performs and supervises electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays in electrical power stations. Duties include using relay test equipment and tools to test various types of relays inside electrical substations.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel.
• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components.
• Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and functional testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformer & circuit breaker change-outs.
• Analyze event records and make informed deductions.
• Develop Project Execution, Commissioning, Outage Sequence, and Energization Procedures.
• Project manage large‑scale and complex projects.
• Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, or Relay Engineer I.
• Interact with customers.
• Perform complex troubleshooting.
• Perform end‑to‑end relay testing using relay test software and analyze relay operation based on fault type runs.
• Lead investigations of electrical related issues, including root cause analysis as needed.
• Calibrate and perform functional tests on electromechanical and microprocessor‑based protective relays for substations.
• Act as an on‑site lead for the project, assign tasks, prioritize activities, and interface with customers.
• Read and fully understand protection and control schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams, catch mistakes and problems with the drawings and design when comparing with accepted engineering and customer standards.
• Determine and interpret customer’s requirements and provide final deliverables including as‑built prints and all test results meeting specified requirements.
• Understand manufacturers’ literature to facilitate testing.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• 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 safe driving record.
• Hands‑on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations.
• Capable of troubleshooting distribution and transmission control 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.
• 5+ Years of Relevant Industry Experience.

Physical Requirements

Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 70 lbs.

EEO Statement

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.