Job Type
Full-time
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 training401(k) with company matchMedical, Dental, Vision & Life InsuranceWellness program & paid time offFlexible hybrid work scheduleOvertime bonus payExcel 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 experienceStrong understanding of protection relays and high-voltage protectionWorking knowledge of high voltage potential transformers, current transformers, high voltage breakers, and SCADA systems.Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing substation relaying / control equipmentProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Education
Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related fieldRequired Skills
Read manufacturer manuals and prepare commissioning checklistsDevelop commissioning plans and outage sequencing schedulesEvaluate relay protection schemes and perform design changesProgram, test, and validate relay settings and control circuitsPerform fault testing and reconcile resultsSafely energize and direct field operations at substationsConduct current and potential transformer testingInterpret schematics and verify system inputs / outputsFamiliar with symmetrical components, phasors, and zones of protectionExperience with digital fault recorders and SCADA systemsKnowledge of RTU, PLC, and substation integration hardware / softwareProficient in DNP3, MODBUS, RS-232 / 485, and Ethernet communication protocolsCapable of EMS point verification with utility operating personnelFamiliar with metering quantities, transducers, and control circuit lamping testsTrainable in various RTU software packages