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Ellaway Blues Consulting · 2 days ago

Relay Testing Technician

Ohio, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75/hr - $90/hr

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking experienced Relay Testing Technicians to support utility modernization programs across Ohio and Pennsylvania. This role focuses on relay testing, commissioning, and substation upgrades, contributing to major transmission and distribution initiatives.

Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency

Hiring Manager

Tanner Lee Atkinson

Responsibilities

Perform protective relay testing, calibration, and commissioning for transmission and distribution substations

Test and commission switchgear, breakers, transformers, and protection & control systems

Support large-scale grid modernization and asset upgrade programs across utility substations

Execute functional testing, end-to-end testing, and troubleshooting of relay protection schemes

Review drawings, relay settings, and protection documentation to ensure compliance with utility standards

Participate in commissioning activities for newly installed or upgraded substation equipment

Document test results, generate reports, and support closeout documentation

Coordinate with utility personnel, engineers, and project teams to safely energize assets

Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, procedures, and site-specific requirements

Qualification

Relay testingCommissioningProtective relaysP&C systemsSubstation equipmentElectrical drawingsUtility standardsSafety protocolsTeam coordinationNETA certification

Required

Proven experience in relay testing and commissioning within utility or substation environments

Strong understanding of protective relays, P&C systems, and substation equipment

Experience working on transmission and/or distribution substations

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and relay settings

Familiarity with utility standards, commissioning procedures, and safety requirements

Willingness to travel and work in Ohio and Pennsylvania

Preferred

NETA certification or experience working with NETA-certified testing organizations is strongly preferred

Benefits

Per Diem: $150/day

Vehicle Stipend: $1,000/month

Relocation Package Available

Long-term, stable program with consistent work and growth potential

Company

Ellaway Blues Consulting

Ellaway Blues Consulting offers recruitment and staffing solutions for the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas roles.

Orlando, Florida, USA

11-50 employees

https://ellawayblues.com

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Leadership Team

Huw Ellaway

Managing Partner

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