Relay Technician (Protection & Control)

Applied High Voltage (AHV) is an electrical engineering and construction company with expertise in high voltage grid interconnection and transmission. AHV delivers top-notch talent, personalized service, and quality Electrical Engineering and EPC projects.

About the role

We are seeking a Protection & Controls Technician to work with our testing team on construction sites within the continental US. The role requires the ability to safely work in energized utility-class substations, lead a team, and maintain a positive attitude. The individual will be responsible for testing utility transmission-grade relays and performing functional testing of protective schemes, as well as commissioning and troubleshooting substation SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute test plans with Doble ProTest or equivalent software/equipment.
• Plan and perform functional testing of complex protection schemes.
• Ensure overall quality and conformance to project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design and wiring issues.
• Communicate progress and issues to the Project Manager and company management.
• Track and organize project testing documentation for inclusion in closeout packages.

Requirements

• Minimum Associate's degree in Electrical Technology/Engineering (Bachelor's preferred) or equivalent industry experience (10+ years preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience testing SEL, GE, ABB, Basler microprocessor-based relays.
• Understanding of protective relays and schemes, including overcurrent, differential, line, voltage, and frequency protection applications.
• Experience performing SCADA testing with SEL RTAC or similar vendor equipment.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office, Doble Protection Suite, RTS, SEL Acselerator, Adobe, and others as needed.
• Ability to perform in-service checks in energized substations.
• Travel: 75% average (annual).
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to work in challenging ambient conditions, including outdoors, hot and cold temperatures, and loud noises.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to work in elevated positions.
• OSHA 10-hour certification (minimum).
• NFPA 70E certification.
• FA/CPR training.
• NICET or NETA Level 2 or higher qualification.

Skills

• Ability to professionally represent the company with clients, owners, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on pushing issues to resolution.
• Self-motivated with strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Excellent ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Capability and inclination to research and self-teach unfamiliar subject matter.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Benefits package.
• 401K.