Team Leader, Substation Relay/SCADA

AES US•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Team Leader – Relay/SCADA leads a team responsible for relay testing, primary relay testing, RTU maintenance, wiring construction, fiber maintenance and testing, and in-servicing new relays and substations. The role ensures technicians are scheduled efficiently, job packages are prepared in advance, and communication among field crews, internal departments, and management is clear and timely. The Team Leader provides general direction, coordinates resources, and ensures work meets safety, quality, and operational standards.

Requirements

Understanding of substation operations and maintenance practices.
Demonstrated leadership or coordination experience.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Experience leading field technicians.
Experience scheduling crews.

Nice To Haves

Background in relay protection, SCADA systems, RTUs, or fiber systems.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge of NERC standards and utility practices.
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Conduct routine check-ins and provide performance feedback.
Support onboarding and document new technicians’ skill development.
Create and maintain daily, weekly, and long-term schedules.
Assign personnel based on skills, workload, and priorities.
Monitor work progress and adjust schedules as needed.
Ensure drawings, schematics, and received job packages are complete before work begins.
Verify the availability of tools, materials, relays, wiring components, RTUs, and test equipment.
Coordinate with engineering and project teams to validate job readiness.
Serve as the primary liaison between technicians and other departments.
Communicate schedules, job status, and field issues.
Coordinate outages, commissioning, and job dependencies.
Support field commissioning coordination activities.
Review test reports, drawings, and documentation for completeness.
Track completion of work orders and test sheets.
Manage resources, including overtime, travel, and per diem.
Support budgeting and quality assurance initiatives.
Maintain clear communication with management.