Excellent Candidate in Odessa
is seeking a
Field/Shop Relay Tech
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform installations, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment, relaying schemes, DFR equipment, SCADA systems, distribution automation systems and associated communication equipment.
- Work with electrical engineers to identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Perform function testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformers & circuit breaker changeouts.
- Perform end-to-end relay testing using Doble ProTesT software to verify carrier and fiber systems.
- Assist in developing written standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures for protective relaying, DFR's, RTU's, IED's, Distribution Automation and associated communication systems.
- Manage related projects onsite throughout the duration and effectively interface and own the relationship with customers and their vendors.
- Test and perform other electrical maintenance activities within the plant environment as directed
- Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field is preferred
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with relay testing and commissioning.
- NETA Level II, III, or IV Certification is preferred
- Experience with relay software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista, ABB PCM).
- OSHA 10/30 and NFPA 70E training
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
- Must be available to work regular overtime.
- Must be able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly and fly domestically, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
- Willingness to travel.
- Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.
- Strong knowledge of protection schemes for transmission, distribution, and generation.
- Proficiency in using relay test sets (e.g., Doble, Omicron, Manta).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and relay logic.
- Familiarity with NETA standards and testing procedures.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
