Senior Relay Technician (Remote - Travel Required)

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead daily safety briefings and identify, mitigate, and eliminate workplace hazards.
• Apply Human Performance Error Prevention (HPEP) tools and principles.
• Perform acceptance, commissioning, functional, and end-to-end testing of Transmission Line protection and Communication with utility.
• Execute testing of transformers, breakers, and relay panel wiring.
• Analyze relay event records and disturbance reports.
• Review and analyze protection schemes and system designs.
• Interpret protection and control schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Review outage, commissioning, and energization procedures.
• Function as on-site technical lead and interface with customers.
• Perform complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Train and qualify Relay Technician I/II and entry-level engineers.
• Utilize SEL Grid Configurator, IEC 61850, and SEL RTAC systems.
• Be willing to perform switching activities.
• Prepare test reports, as-built drawings, and commissioning records.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant industry experience.
• NETA Level III or IV Certification (preferred).
• Utility experience welcome but not a must.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work extended hours on occasions.
• Hands-on experience testing and maintaining protective relays.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for transmission and distribution systems.
• Proficiency with various relay testing software and equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to work in outdoor and industrial environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Enrollment in company’s 401(k) plan.
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Pay

• Salary Range: $143,652.00 - $179,566.00

SOLV Energy

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Significant benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and more.
• Remote work option with heavy travel to varying jobsites.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Open to relocation for the right candidate.