Lead Relay Field Technician

Qualus

. Calibrate, install, maintain, and repair protective relays and associated equipment .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in calibrating, installing, maintaining, and repairing protective relays and control systems, with a strong focus on substation operations and SCADA systems. Proven ability to lead project teams, mentor junior personnel, and effectively communicate technical information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Protective Relay CalibrationSCADA Systems TroubleshootingSubstation CommissioningProject LeadershipTechnical Support

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Hard Skills

Relay CalibrationControl Systems MaintenanceSubstation DesignTesting and Repairing EquipmentVoltage and Current TestingWiring Diagram InterpretationTest Equipment UsageIsolation Plans DevelopmentFunctional Guidelines DevelopmentBasic PC Skills

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsBusiness AcumenManagement SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Test Equipment SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeSCADA SystemsFault Data SystemsIntegration-Automation Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Substation Protection SystemsPower System Protection3 Phase Power SystemsField Service SupportProject Technical Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Calibrate, install, maintain, and repair protective relays and associated equipment
Maintain, install, repair, and troubleshoot complex control systems, protective relay systems, substation and electric utility protection systems, and SCADA systems
Interpret project-level scope of work and plan commissioning, resource scheduling, and team leadership for test activities
Interpret substation drawings, including single-line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings
Write procedures and test plans for maintenance and construction activities
Develop isolation plans and functional guidelines
Test voltage and current inputs, metering, relays, trips, alarms, and function switches locally and through SCADA
Troubleshoot and repair substation relaying and control equipment
Commission new substations, power equipment, relaying, pilot channel equipment, controls, and communications equipment
Provide project technical support to field service personnel
Mentor junior-level field service personnel
Serve as a subject matter expert in protective relaying
Serve as technical lead for small project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes
Experience is desirable in substation design, substation construction, substation commissioning, and SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing
Knowledge of 3 phase power systems and power system protection and control schemes
Experience with test equipment and test equipment software
Test equipment and tool/wiring usage
Ability to interpret wiring and elementary diagrams
Basic test skills to perform listed duties
Basic PC skills
Ability to quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
Ability to learn and apply client switching procedures and safety measures
Ability to reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications
Ability to perform regular field work indoors and outdoors
Strong interpersonal, communication, business acumen, and management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading and writing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on/Relocation Bonus
External and Internal Referral Bonuses
Per Diem
Company truck for company and personal use
Career development opportunities, including strong mentors and company investment
Paid housing during travel assignments
Paid travel home
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Retirement savings plans, including employer matching where applicable
Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays