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Relay Technician

Company: Beowulf Electricity and Data
Location: Barker, NY
Position Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Compensation: $33.00 - $57.00 hourly (Based on experience, certifications, and qualifications)

Are you an electrical protection expert ready to power the AI revolution?

At Beowulf E&D, we manage the critical infrastructure that keeps next-generation technology online. Located at our state-of-the-art facility on the shores of Lake Ontario in Barker, NY, our operations are rapidly scaling to support a 500MW AI and high-performance computing campus powered by two dedicated on-site substations that the Operations team is responsible for.

We are seeking a Relay Technician with strong protection and control experience, exceptional troubleshooting abilities, and a safety-first mindset. If you thrive in mission-critical environments where electrical reliability is essential to keeping advanced AI infrastructure online, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-growth sector.

What We Offer 

We take care of the team powering the future. Your expertise is backed by a robust benefits portfolio:

• Competitive Pay: $33.00/hr. to $57.00/hr., based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.
• Growth & Opportunity: Work on one of the largest AI and high-performance computing campuses in North America as our electrical infrastructure continues to expand.
• Performance Incentives: Eligibility for potential yearly bonuses tied directly to company performance achievements.
• Exceptional Health Coverage: 80% employer-paid healthcare premium options.
• Retirement Planning: Full 401(k) and Roth retirement savings choices.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours of accrued PTO plus 11 paid company holidays.
• Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available from day one.
• Mission-Critical Environment: Support advanced substation infrastructure, high-voltage electrical systems, and cutting-edge AI computing operations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Relay Technician, you are a critical line of defense for our mission-critical electrical infrastructure:

• Protection System Testing & Maintenance: Perform testing, calibration, commissioning, and maintenance of protective relays, control circuits, and associated substation equipment.
• Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting: Analyze relay events, oscillography records, alarms, and fault data to rapidly identify root causes and restore system reliability.
• Substation Operations Support: Assist with maintenance, outage coordination, switching activities, and commissioning efforts associated with two on-site substations and campus electrical distribution systems.
• Protection & Control Verification: Conduct end-to-end testing of protection schemes, CTs, PTs, and control wiring to ensure proper system performance and coordination.
• Incident Response & Ownership: Respond to electrical system abnormalities, support emergency restoration efforts, and work closely with Operations and Engineering teams to implement corrective actions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain detailed test reports, maintenance records, relay settings documentation, and compliance records to support safe and reliable operations.

What We Are Looking For

Core Requirements:

• Experience: 3-7 years of experience as a Relay Technician, Protection & Control Technician, Substation Technician, or similar electrical protection role.
• Electrical Protection Knowledge: Working knowledge of protective relay systems, substation protection schemes, and electrical power system fundamentals.
• Technical Aptitude: Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, protection schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical construction drawings.
• Troubleshooting Mentality: Proven ability to diagnose complex electrical issues, analyze protection events, and implement effective corrective solutions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to create accurate technical reports and maintenance documentation.
• Safety Focus: Strong commitment to electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and industry best practices.
• Physical Capability: Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, climb stairs and ladders, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Preferred (Plus, but not Required):

• Experience with SEL, GE Multilin, ABB, Siemens, or similar protective relay platforms.
• Experience supporting substations operating at medium- and high-voltage levels (34.5kV to 115kV+).
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, RTUs, metering equipment, and communications networks.
• NETA Certification, Electrical Journeyman status, Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology, or related technical certifications.
• Experience supporting utility, power generation, renewable energy, industrial manufacturing, or mission-critical data center facilities.

Ready to Apply?

Join a team where your technical expertise directly supports one of the most advanced AI computing campuses in the country. If you're passionate about electrical protection, reliability, and mission-critical operations, we want to hear from you. Submit your resume and optional cover letter detailing your relay testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience today.

Beowulf E&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and fully complies with all ADA regulations.