Substation Relay Tech (3-6 month contract)

InfraRec.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,104 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Expenses covered

Per Diem

Company Vehicle

Job summary

Join an employee-owned company as a Relay Technician, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the reliability of electrical systems. This position involves installing, testing, and maintaining protective relays while collaborating with engineering teams to implement settings and configurations. You'll also respond to emergencies and conduct site assessments to enhance system efficiency. With a focus on safety and compliance, this role offers extensive travel opportunities across the Northwest USA. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in substation relay testing and maintenance.
• Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics and relay diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and maintain protective relays and substation equipment.
• Document maintenance activities and provide technical support during outages.

Skills

Substation relay testing

Electrical schematics interpretation

Relay calibration and commissioning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Certification in relay testing and maintenance

Tools

SEL relay testing equipment

GE relay testing equipment

Siemens relay testing equipment

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants for this position.

Base Pay Range

$40.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Employment Type: Contract (3-6 months) with option for direct hire, full-time employment post contract

Company: Employee-Owned Company

Location: Based in Washington, Northwest USA with extensive travel to surrounding states

Hourly Rate: $40 - $55 per hour, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Expenses, Per Diem, and Company Vehicle provided

Job Responsibilities:

• Install, test, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain protective relays and associated substation equipment.
• Perform relay calibration, function testing, and commissioning for transmission and distribution systems.
• Conduct detailed relay protection scheme reviews and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement relay settings and configurations as per project requirements.
• Respond promptly to substation emergencies and provide technical support during outage situations.
• Document all maintenance activities, test results, and equipment status accurately.
• Conduct site assessments and recommend improvements for reliability and efficiency.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in substation relay testing, maintenance, and commissioning.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and relay wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with SEL, GE, or Siemens relay testing equipment and software.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems, protection principles, and relay coordination.
• Ability to travel extensively within the Northwest USA region and occasionally beyond.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in relay testing and maintenance (e.g., NETA, NICET).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Seniority Level

Associate

Job Function

Engineering, Product Management, and Quality Assurance

Industries

Construction, Utilities, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution