Senior Relay Technician

Ulteig

. Lead protective relay commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $71 - $96 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in protective relay commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting, with a strong understanding of power system fundamentals and hands-on experience in field activities. Proficient in using industry-standard test sets and software, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and client requirements.

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Protective Relay CommissioningTesting and TroubleshootingOmicron CMCSCADA SystemsNETA Electrical Testing Technician (ETT)

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Hard Skills

Protective RelayingMeteringField DemolitionConstruction ActivitiesPoint-to-Point TestingFactory Acceptance TestingCT/PT InjectionRelay TestingData AnalysisElectrical Power Fundamentals

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Doble F6000Radian RWSEL QuicksetMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA Electrical Testing Technician (ETT)NICET Electrical Power Testing (EPT)State Electrician Certification

Industry Keywords

HV Substation EquipmentMV Electrical ApparatusNEC (NFPA 70)California Electrical Code (CEC)Safety RegulationsPPE Inspection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead protective relay commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting
Oversee field demolition and construction activities for relay replacement projects at generation facilities, substations, and other sites
Operate Omicron, Doble, Radian, and other vendor test sets through vendor software or manual control
Program, install, test, troubleshoot, certify, and verify revenue and check meters and electronic data recorders
Perform Factory Acceptance Testing and diagnose metering problems
Conduct point-to-point metering and telemetry testing to validate wiring, data paths, and communication to head-end systems
Review and mark up SLDs, 3LDs, schematics, and wiring diagrams for field troubleshooting
Review engineering work packages and field conditions to identify constructability, wiring, and commissioning issues
Develop or support field mitigation plans, document deviations, and coordinate required changes with responsible engineers
Prepare or review test plans, commissioning procedures, job hazard analyses, test records, redlines, daily reports, deficiency lists, and final configuration backups
Coordinate field activities with engineers, contractors, owners, and operations personnel
Connect to relays, meters, and RTUs on-site and remotely to retrieve settings, event files, configurations, and other data
Support troubleshooting and event analysis using oscillography, sequence of event reports, live data, and on-site wiring
Develop and maintain relaying and metering standards, procedures, and safety practices
Serve as an expert in discipline-specific software and train and mentor engineers and technicians
Inspect relay and meter panels for compliance with client requirements, applicable codes, and AHJ standards
Support SCADA point-to-point checkouts, RTU, RTAC, and OrionLX configuration review, and troubleshooting of DNP3, Modbus, and similar protocols
Perform work according to Ulteig, client, and site-specific safety requirements
Estimate labor and equipment for budgeting, maintain schedules, provide progress reports, and work independently in the field
Communicate with clients to meet their needs and build long-term relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree, trade school certificate, or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical power, or relay/substation technology; OR equivalent technical training and hands-on experience in protective relaying and metering
5+ years of testing and commissioning or similar experience required
Strong foundational understanding of power system fundamentals and basic theory
Working knowledge of HV substation equipment and MV electrical apparatus, including station service, MV switchgear, and protective relaying
On-site commissioning experience, including CT/PT injection and verification, protective and end-to-end relay testing, protection scheme functional verification, CT/PT burden/load checks, and/or meter accuracy tests preferred
Field experience supporting on-site demolition, construction, and hands-on troubleshooting of protection and control schemes preferred
Proficiency with relay and meter test sets such as Omicron CMC, Doble F6000, Megger SMRT, Radian RW, WECO, and similar test sets a plus
Knowledge of SCADA systems and programming is a plus
Knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70) and California Electrical Code (CEC) is a plus
Proficiency in SEL Quickset, SEL AcSELerator RTAC, SEL SynchroWAVe, GE Enervista UR Setup, Schneider ION Setup, and similar vendor software a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and PDF markup or document-management software
Experience using digital tools, automation, or generative AI to improve reporting and field workflows preferred
Experience applying industry best practices and established safety regulations, including PPE inspection, hazard mitigation, and stop-work directives
Ability to travel 50%-75% throughout the United States and work extended or irregular hours during outages and commissioning activities
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, stand for extended periods, work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, and lift or carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements
Must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
NETA Electrical Testing Technician (ETT), NICET Electrical Power Testing (EPT), state electrician certification, and/or vendor training certificates preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture
Flexible working schedule
Remote, hybrid, or in-office work options
Investment in employees through hands-on assignments, mentorship, and formal training
Drug Free Workplace