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EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices. * Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel. * Interface directly with ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Salem, VA · On-site

Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices. * Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel. * Interface directly with ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices. * Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel. * Interface directly with ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Richmond, VA · On-site

Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices. * Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel. * Interface directly with ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Richmond, VA

Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices. * Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel. * Interface directly with ...

Sargent & Lundy

Project Manager - Nuclear

Surry, VA · Hybrid

... relay protection, and related plant-modification projects. * Serve as a senior S&L field interface with Dominion Energy, station leadership, engineering, operations, maintenance, work management ...

Sargent & Lundy

Project Manager - Nuclear

Surry, VA · Hybrid

... relay protection, and related plant-modification projects. * Serve as a senior S&L field interface with Dominion Energy, station leadership, engineering, operations, maintenance, work management ...

Sargent & Lundy

Project Manager - Nuclear

Surry, VA · On-site

$145K - $222K/yr

... relay protection, and related plant-modification projects. * Serve as a senior S&L field interface with Dominion Energy, station leadership, engineering, operations, maintenance, work management ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

VA · On-site

Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers. * Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests, primary and secondary injection ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

VA

$39.30 - $62.88/hr

Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers. * Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests, primary and secondary injection ...

Rosendin

Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

Design and develop relay protection and automation logics for SEL, ABB, Siemens or GE relays ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and minimum of 8+ years of engineering design ...

Rosendin

Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA

Design and develop relay protection and automation logics for SEL, ABB, Siemens or GE relays ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and minimum of 8+ years of engineering design ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for relay protection engineer in Virginia is $117,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,600.00 and $128,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a relay protection engineer?

A Relay Protection Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining protective relay systems used in power grids to ensure electrical equipment operates safely and reliably. They analyze system faults, coordinate relay settings, and troubleshoot failures to prevent damage to transformers, generators, and transmission lines. Their role involves working with utilities, industrial plants, and substations to enhance power system stability and efficiency.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a relay protection engineer?

A Relay Protection Engineer's daily tasks often include reviewing and designing protection schemes for substations and transmission lines, configuring and testing relay settings, and analyzing system events or faults to determine causes and solutions. They may also be responsible for drafting technical reports and documentation, coordinating with other engineers and field technicians, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. Team collaboration is frequent, as projects often require input from system planning, operations, and maintenance staff. On-the-job learning is ongoing, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and advance into specialized roles or leadership positions over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a relay protection engineer?

To thrive as a Relay Protection Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and relay protection principles, often supported by a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with protection relay test equipment, power system simulation software (such as ETAP or SEL), and familiarity with industry standards like IEEE and NERC are commonly required, along with certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) being advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills enable accurate system protection designs, reliable operation, and clear collaboration with operations and maintenance teams to ensure electrical grid reliability.

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Infographic showing various Relay Protection Engineer job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 73% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,031 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

Sr. Relay Technician

Norfolk, VA • On-site

EPS
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and functional testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformer change-outs, and circuit breaker replacements.

  • Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components, including transmission, distribution, and industrial systems.

  • Lead root cause analysis investigations for relay trips, failures, and system disturbances.

Job description

Overview
Job Title: Sr. Relay Technician
About The Company:
Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Talent Development - Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
  • Career Path Planning
  • Incentives for Professional Certifications
  • Competitive Per Diem for Travel
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary:
The Senior Relay Technician serves as the technical lead for protection and control systems, responsible for advanced testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and full project execution. This role requires deep expertise in analyzing protection schemes, managing complex projects, and leading field teams while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of substation and industrial (C&I) systems. The position also emphasizes customer interaction, team development, and technical leadership.
Responsibilities
Safety Leadership
  • Lead job site safety briefings, proactively identifying, eliminating, or mitigating hazards.
  • Enforce company safety policies and champion a strong safety culture across all field activities.
  • Utilize Human Performance Error Reduction (HPE) tools to improve reliability and reduce risk.

Technical Expertise & Execution
  • Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components, including transmission, distribution, and industrial systems.
  • Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and functional testing of substation control circuits on relay panels, transformer change-outs, and circuit breaker replacements.
  • Execute advanced end-to-end and functional testing using automated relay test equipment and software.
  • Read, interpret, and validate protection and control schematics, logic diagrams, and system configurations.
  • Ensure proper calibration and performance of electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays.

Troubleshooting & Analysis
  • Perform complex troubleshooting of protection, control, and communication systems across a wide range of applications.
  • Analyze event records, oscillography, and system data to make informed deductions and determine system performance or misoperations.
  • Lead root cause analysis investigations for relay trips, failures, and system disturbances.

Project Leadership & Planning
  • Develop project execution plans, commissioning procedures, outage sequences, and energization plans.
  • Project manage large-scale and complex commissioning, retrofit, and maintenance projects.
  • Coordinate resources, schedules, and field activities to ensure successful project completion.

Reporting & Deliverables
  • Develop, review, and finalize comprehensive reports, including test results, relay settings verification, and system performance.
  • Ensure completion of all project deliverables, including as-built drawings, relay settings validation, and commissioning documentation.
  • Ensure all documentation meets customer and industry standards.

Team Development & Customer Interface
  • Train and qualify Relay Technician I, II, and junior engineers in protection and control practices.
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to field personnel.
  • Interface directly with customers, utilities, and project stakeholders to communicate status, resolve issues, and meet expectations.

Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
  • Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
  • Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a safe driving record.
  • Hands on experience installing, maintaining, testing & repairing protective relays in transmission, generation, or distribution level substations.
  • Capable of trouble shooting distribution and transmission controls circuits.
  • Knowledge of relay test software.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience installing, maintaining, testing, or repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, or similar equipment.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, Military Experience, or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferred
  • 5+ Years of Relevant Industry Experience
  • NETA III/IV Certified, preferred

Physical Requirements:
  • Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.
EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.
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