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Excel Engineering Inc

Relay Technician (TX)

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

Job Type Full-time Description At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients' processes ... We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering ...

Northwestern Energy

Relay Technician

Black Eagle, MT · On-site

$58.74/hr

Regular Full-time External candidates apply at Internal candidates apply through . About this ... Service substation-relay switches to ensure proper functionality in combination with RTU controls

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NorthWestern Energy

Relay Technician

Black Eagle, MT

$58.74/hr

Regular Full-time External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com Internal candidates apply ... Service substation-relay switches to ensure proper functionality in combination with RTU controls

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Relay Technician (MN)

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Excel Engineering Inc
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$55 - $70/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients' processes.
We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we've partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.
Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects. We are seeking a team-oriented, highly motivated individual for a Full-Time Relay Technician position. This is for our power utility client in the Twin Cities, MN area. The coverage area would be west of the Twin Cities metro to eastern North and South Dakota.
What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients' operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you're looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that.
Role Overview
  • 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

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

We offer...
• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.
• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment
• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.
• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously
We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we're proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you'll love being part of our team!
Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.
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$55-$70 an hour

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