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Judge Group, Inc.

Sr. Relay Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50 - $100/hr

This role is ideal for experienced professionals with expertise in protection & control systems, relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and substation operations . The Senior Relay Technician ...

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Senior Engineer - Protection & Control

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and engineering calculations * Create equipment and material specifications, design scopes, and cost estimates

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How much do relay protection control technician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for relay protection control technician in the United States is $93,255.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Relay Protection Control Technician vs Relay Protection Technician?

AspectRelay Protection Control TechnicianRelay Protection Technician
CertificationsElectrical certifications, relay protection trainingElectrical certifications, relay protection training
Work EnvironmentPower plants, substations, electrical facilitiesPower plants, substations, electrical facilities
Job FocusInstalling, maintaining, troubleshooting control systems and protection relaysTesting, calibrating, and repairing protection relays

Both roles involve working with electrical protection systems in power environments and require similar certifications. The main difference is that the Relay Protection Control Technician focuses on both control systems and relays, while the Relay Protection Technician specializes primarily in testing and repairing protection relays. Understanding these distinctions helps employers and job seekers identify the right role based on skills and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Relay Protection Control Technician job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,255 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Relay/Protection & Control Specialist

Florence, AZ • On-site

Versys Verified Systems
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Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced Relay/Protection & Control Specialist?

Versys, a leading company in industrial commissioning, construction, maintenance, and panel fabrication, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Relay/Protection & Control Specialist. This opportunity offers the chance to join an elite team of medium voltage specialists working on a variety of projects across the United States.

What's in it for you?

At Versys, we offer:

  • Competitive hourly and overtime rates
  • A generous daily living out allowance
  • A substantial daily rate for individual-owned tool trucks
  • Additional financial incentives through our ESOP program
  • Opportunities for continued career development

What does Relay/Protection & Control Specialist experience look like?

The ideal candidate has extensive experience as a substation technician, with a track record of:

  • Operating and maintaining medium and high voltage systems
  • Commissioning, Testing, and Safe Energization of new Medium Voltage/ High Voltage Electrical Systems
  • Conducting DOBLE DGA sampling and HIPOT testing
  • Executing maintenance and tests on high voltage systems
  • Tests, configures, and maintains critical electrical power protection systems to ensure the safety and continuous operation of upstream, midstream, or downstream facilities.

What will your day-to-day look like?

In addition to what's listed above, you will be tasked with supporting their commissioning and construction team during electrical and functional testing, start-ups, and troubleshooting of various equipment. These may include switchgear, motor contactors, disconnect switches, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, surge protection devices, battery banks, UPS systems, power cables, protective relays, and meters.

  • Testing and Calibration: Perform routine and complex testing, calibration, and maintenance of microprocessor-based protective relays (e.g., SEL, Siemens, ABB, GE) and associated substation control circuits.
  • Commissioning: Support startup and commissioning of new medium-voltage (MV) and high-voltage (HV) switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, and generator protection schemes.
  • Troubleshooting & Fault Analysis: Diagnose electrical system trips, equipment anomalies, and nuisance operations by analyzing event logs, oscillography, and COMTRADE/fault files.
  • Schematic Verification: Read, interpret, and redline electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring blueprints, and relay logic configurations.
  • Compliance & Safety: Execute work under strict industrial safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and NFPA 70E guidelines, ensuring compliance with IEEE and local electrical codes.
  • Documentation: Record calibration test data, update asset health metrics in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS like SAP PM or Maximo), and maintain as-built drawings.

Prerequisites for this role:

  • Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology, Trade Certification (Power System Electrician), or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
  • 3 to 7+ years of hands-on experience with industrial or utility-grade protection and control systems.
  • Proficiency with advanced relay testing equipment (e.g., OMICRON CMC sets, Doble, Megger).
  • Deep understanding of power system protection principles (overcurrent, differential, directional, and distance protection).
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850).
  • NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) or NETA (InterNational Electrical Testing Association) certification is frequently preferred.
  • Ability to work in heavy industrial environments, wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and lift field testing gear up to 60 lbs
  • Proficiency in MS Office software
  • 10+ years of commissioning / medium voltage experience
  • Valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract
  • Successfully pass a drug and alcohol test
  • First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, GHS, Defensive Driving, H2S Awareness
  • Eligible to work in the US
  • Availability to travel across the US as required

And finally, just a little more about Versys:

At Versys, we value relationships and operate like a family. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations through high-quality work delivered by our top-tier technicians. We believe that your success contributes to our overall success.

If you are a team-oriented, highly skilled Medium Voltage Electrical Commissioning Technician, who's ready to elevate your career, we encourage you to apply.

Versys Verified Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate your interest, but only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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