Location and Travel: We consider candidates across the US. Depending on your location, the travel requirements change. Relocation package available for candidates open to relocating to the listed locations below:

50% travel if based out of:

• TX:
  • Dallas
  • Houston
  • San Marcos
• AZ: Phoenix
• CA:
  • Los Angels, Fresno, Livermore

Up to 90% travel anywhere else.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Protection & Control Technician to support field service, commissioning, and testing activities. This role is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, technically strong, and comfortable taking ownership of assignments from planning through completion. The position involves work on electrical systems and equipment ranging from 480V to 345kV.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform protection and control work in support of electrical maintenance, testing, commissioning, and field service activities.
• Complete physical wiring tasks and verify the accuracy of all non-factory field wiring.
• Commission protective relays and confirm proper operation of associated control systems.
• Set up and configure communication and networking equipment, including LAN and WAN infrastructure.
• Verify functionality and performance of installed equipment before project completion.
• Take ownership of assigned projects from start to finish.
• Support outage planning and coordinate activities required for shutdowns and commissioning work.
• Work closely with local protection and control oversight, engineering, and operations teams to identify and address temporary or inadequate protection conditions.
• Plan and schedule SCADA checkout activities.
• Assist field service crews during maintenance projects, shutdowns, startups, and electrical testing assignments.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in the field and help resolve protection and control system problems.
• Prepare reports, service documentation, and test records.

Technical Scope

• Test and troubleshoot advanced protective relays and schemes, including:
  • Distance protection
  • Directional power protection
  • Reverse power protection
  • Negative sequence protection
  • Differential protection
  • Motor protection
  • Generator protection
• Work with a variety of relay platforms commonly used in industrial and utility environments, including SEL and GE-based applications.
• Support transfer trip and pilot protection schemes such as DCB, DTT, and POTT.

Relevant Software Experience

• Working knowledge of software and tools used for relay configuration, commissioning, and testing, including:
  • SEL 5010
  • AcSELerator QuickSet
  • AcSELerator Architect
  • GE URPC / Enervista
  • Cooper SMP Manager
  • SG Config
  • Doble Protection Suite
  • HyperTerminal or Tera Term
  • Other software needed to complete commissioning and checkout activities

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology preferred, though equivalent education and hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Approximately 4+ years of relevant experience in protection and control, field testing, commissioning, or a related electrical services role.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.
• Valid driver’s license required, along with the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be available for periodic to frequent domestic travel depending on project needs.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience operating a vehicle with a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a fit-for-duty physical examination.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for shifts that may last 12 hours or longer.
• Strong hearing and visual awareness for field work.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments and in varying weather conditions.