Sr Relay Technician

Sr. Relay Technician

Lead Critical Substation Commissioning & Protection Projects

We're seeking an experienced Sr. Relay Technician to lead the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of protective relay systems across utility and industrial power facilities. In this role, you'll serve as the lead technical authority on-site, ensuring protection and control systems operate safely and reliably while supporting critical infrastructure projects.

• Lead relay testing, commissioning, and start-up activities for substations and power systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, and maintain protective relays and associated control circuits.
• Analyze relay settings, logic, and protection schemes to ensure proper system performance.
• Perform end-to-end relay testing, fault simulations, and settings verification.
• Support SCADA integration, fiber communications, Modbus, and related control systems.
• Troubleshoot complex protection and control issues at both device and system levels.
• Develop testing procedures, commissioning documentation, and best practices.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for customers, project teams, and field personnel.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical leadership in the field.

• 5+ years of experience in relay testing, protection and control, or substation commissioning.
• Strong experience with SEL, GE, or similar protective relay platforms.
• Expertise in relay settings, logic analysis, and protection schemes.
• Experience commissioning substations and utility-scale electrical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of SCADA, Modbus, fiber communications, and substation controls.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, one-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Proven leadership experience on commissioning projects.
• NETA II-IV or NICET certification required (NETA III/IV preferred).
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the region.

• Work on complex, utility-scale power infrastructure projects.
• Lead commissioning efforts and serve as a recognized technical expert.
• Gain exposure to advanced relay protection, automation, and communication systems.
• Competitive compensation, overtime opportunities, per diem, and travel expenses covered.
• Strong opportunities for career growth into Lead Technician and Subject Matter Expert roles.

This is a travel-intensive regional role supporting substations, industrial facilities, and utility environments. You'll perform hands-on testing and commissioning in the field while working with advanced protection systems, SCADA networks, and modern grid technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn Park, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn Park, MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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