Relay Technician (TX)
Description
Relay Technician - Full-Time
Amarillo, Texas
Excel Engineering, Inc.
Excel Engineering, Inc. is seeking a team-oriented, highly motivated individual for a Full-Time Relay Technician position. This is for our power utility client in the Amarillo, Texas area.
Since 1990, Excel Engineering, Inc. has differentiated its services from that of its competition. We provide engineering solutions to achieve our client's business objectives. We offer full-service Electrical & Controls System Engineering Consulting services. We operate in the US and abroad.
Key Responsibilities
Lead substation testing and inspection projects
Review wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documents
Act as on-site subject matter expert
Oversee quality and safety compliance of system protection testing
Identify issues and abnormal conditions at substation sites
Benefits
Continuing education & on-the-job training
401(k) with company match
Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Wellness program & paid time off
Flexible hybrid work schedule
Overtime bonus pay
Excel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups in engineering to apply. For accommodation requests, contact: ExcelHR@exceleng.net
Requirements
Qualifications
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)
Education
Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
Required Skills
Read manufacturer manuals and prepare commissioning checklists
Develop commissioning plans and outage sequencing schedules
Evaluate relay protection schemes and perform design changes
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
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
Capable of EMS point verification with utility operating personnel
Familiar with metering quantities, transducers, and control circuit lamping tests
Trainable in various RTU software packages