Electric Power Systems · 2 days ago
Relay Technician II
Alexandria, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelElectric Power Systems specializes in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients. The Relay Technician II performs electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of relays in electrical power stations under minimal supervision, utilizing relay test equipment and tools.
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Responsibilities
Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members
Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment
Develop written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures for protective relaying
Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panel, transformers & circuit breakers
Develop relay macros and testing routines with confirmation of proper protection and control design
Perform end-to-end relay testing using relay test software and analyze the operation of the relay based on the fault type run
Examine relay settings and logic equations for confirmation of system operation in accordance with design
Develop testing and isolation procedures for a n outage
Perform Communication Installations and Testing (SCADA, GOOSE, Modbus, Fiber, etc.)
Perform Circuit Analysis (Equipment Protective Relays, Instrumentation Transformers, AC, DC, & System)
Qualification
Required
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 good driving record
Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation or distribution level substations
Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits
Knowledge of relay test software
Preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment
Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, Military Experience, or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferred
NETA II Certified, preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
Career Path Planning
Incentives for Professional Certifications
Competitive Per Diem
Referral Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
401k with company match
Company
Electric Power Systems
Electric Power Systems is a utilities company that provides commissioning and maintenance testing services.
Founded in 1977
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-04-21Acquired
Leadership Team
R.J. George
P & C Operations Manager
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