Substation Relay Technician; E4A Solutions - Subsidiary of Riot Platforms

Position: Substation Relay Technician (E4A Solutions - A Subsidiary of Riot Platforms)
About E4A Solutions

E4A Solutions is a leading engineering firm specializing in power plant and substation services. We provide power plant installation, demolition, rebuilding, and retrofitting, along with equipment supply, engineering, construction, high-voltage switchyards, and auxiliary services. Our expertise also extends to maintenance and consulting, ensuring comprehensive solutions for our clients.

About the role

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Substation Relay Technician to support the safe and reliable operation of substations and distribution equipment. This technician installs, maintains, calibrates, modifies, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems within a substation environment. The role also includes support for project management functions such as vendor and contractor coordination, scheduling, inspection, testing, and commissioning.

Essential Functions

* Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment in substations.

* Perform functional testing on control circuits for relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.

* Develop and execute relay macros and testing routines to verify protection scheme integrity.

* Conduct end-to-end relay testing using relay test software; analyze performance based on fault types.

* Develop written standard commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures.

* Review relay settings and logic equations to ensure alignment with system protection designs.

* Create, review, and execute substation equipment isolation and restoration switching procedures.

* Lead safety briefings and maintain a strong safety culture on job sites.

* Investigate electrical issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

* Interpret protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams to identify errors or inconsistencies.

* Use manufacturer documentation to support relay testing and maintenance tasks.

* Assist with other duties as assigned, including electric system construction and maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Hands-on experience with protective relays in systems ranging from 480V up to 345kV.

* Skilled in troubleshooting distribution control circuits and SCADA communication systems.

* Proficiency in relay test software such as AcSELerator and other diagnostic tools.

* Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuits, and trigonometry.

* Competency in using and maintaining electric utility tools and substation instrumentation.

* Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

* Familiarity with protective relays from SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens, etc.

* Working knowledge of SCADA systems, programmable control systems, and monitoring systems.

* Proficiency with computer systems and IED (Intelligent Electronic Device) interface software.

* Knowledge of relevant industry standards: NEC, NESC, OSHA, NFPA, and NERC testing requirements.

* Experience with transformer monitoring systems is a strong plus.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Demonstrated project management and interpersonal skills.

* Self-motivated, able to work independently, and willing to respond to emergency call-backs.

* Physical ability to work in confined spaces and extreme weather conditions.

* Committed to practicing safe electrical work procedures.

Education and Experience

* Preferred:
Associate degree in Electrical or Electronic Sciences.

* Acceptable:
Equivalent combination of college, vocational, or industry training in electrical/electronic theory, mathematics, lab work, and communications.

* Required:

Minimum of 1 year working in a substation environment, including project management, construction, testing, and operations involving protective relaying and SCADA.

* Preferred: 3+ years of substation experience, including familiarity with major protective relay brands (SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens, etc.).

* Valid Drivers License required

* Completion of a Substation or Relay Testing Apprentice Program with certification preferred.

List preferred/required education and years of experience and any required/preferred certifications

Compensation and Benefits

* Competitive pay commensurate with experience.

* 401k plan with company matching

* Great medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from

* Long-term and Short-term disability

* Additional benefit options (Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance, and more)

* Flexible Spending Accounts

* Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

* A fun company culture with tremendous growth opportunities!