Relay Technician (CO)
About The Position
At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients’ processes. We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance. Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects. What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients’ operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you’re looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that.
Requirements
- 10+ years of relay technician experience
- Strong understanding of protection relays and high-voltage protection
- Working knowledge of high voltage potential transformers, current transformers, high voltage breakers, and SCADA systems.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing substation relaying/control equipment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Read manufacturer manuals and prepare commissioning checklists
- Develop commissioning plans and outage sequencing schedules
- Evaluate relay protection schemes and perform design changes
- Familiar with symmetrical components, phasors, and zones of protection
- Experience with digital fault recorders and SCADA systems
- Knowledge of RTU, PLC, and substation integration hardware/software
- Proficient in DNP3, MODBUS, RS-232/485, and Ethernet communication protocols
- Trainable in various RTU software packages
Responsibilities
- Take the lead on substation testing and inspection projects
- Analyze wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documents
- Act as a trusted on-site subject matter expert
- Oversee quality and safety standards during testing
- Detect and troubleshoot issues at substation sites
- Program, test, and validate relay settings and control circuits
- Perform fault testing and reconcile results
- Safely energize and direct field operations at substations
- Conduct current and potential transformer testing
- Interpret schematics and verify system inputs/outputs
- Capable of EMS point verification with utility operating personnel
- Familiar with metering quantities, transducers, and control circuit lamping tests
Benefits
- Ongoing continuing education
- Hands-on training
- Opportunities to expand your skills
- Assistance in earning professional certifications
- Pursuing further education
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being
- Paid time off
- Flexible work environment
- Flexible schedule
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
