Relay Commissioning Technician I

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Engineering Services (SEL-ES) is looking for a Relay Commissioning Technician I who enjoys travelling and represents SEL to its customers. The role suits people specializing in relay technology who want to work alongside commissioning experts and gain hands-on experience. The position is open to multiple locations, including Houston, TX, Fairview Heights, IL, West Lafayette, IN and Plymouth, MI.

Key responsibilities

• Train and assist customers in planning, designing, testing, installing, commissioning, operating and maintaining electrical power systems, at customer sites and SEL offices.
• Apply SEL design practices for protection and automation systems and quality standards.
• Run tests supporting department objectives, document and report malfunctions, and identify and analyse undesirable trends.
• Communicate regularly with engineering staff, leadership and customers and provide timely reports on commissioning activities.
• Maintain a safe workplace and follow safe, environmentally sound work practices.

Required profile

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent certification, training and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical power system planning, design, testing, installation, commissioning, operation and/or maintenance.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying climates, at heights on lifts and ladders, and to lift up to 50 pounds.

Required skills

• Proficiency with modern test equipment such as OMICRON or Doble.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation and AcSELerator QuickSet.
• Ability to write automated test plans for protective devices.
• Familiarity with industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus).

What we offer

• Pay range of $33.00 - $60.00, depending on experience, training and location.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded ESOP and personal 401(k) options.
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs.