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How much do relay scada technician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for relay scada 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 a relay SCADA technician?

Relay SCADA Technicians are specialized professionals who install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair relay systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) equipment used in power utilities and industrial facilities. They ensure that electrical protection relays and SCADA systems work correctly to monitor and control electrical substations and grids remotely. Their work is crucial for maintaining the reliability and safety of electrical power systems, minimizing downtime, and responding quickly to faults or system alerts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a relay SCADA technician?

To excel as a Relay SCADA Technician, you need strong knowledge of electrical systems, relay protection, and SCADA operations, typically supported by an associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard SCADA software, PLCs, test equipment, and relevant certifications like NETA or NICET is highly valuable. Attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for troubleshooting and collaborating with teams. These skills ensure the reliability, safety, and efficient operation of electrical grids and automation systems.

What are the most common challenges faced by a relay SCADA technician when integrating new equipment into existing power systems?

One of the key challenges Relay SCADA Technicians encounter is ensuring compatibility between new devices and legacy systems during integration. This often involves working closely with engineers and control room operators to configure communication protocols, address interoperability issues, and minimize downtime. Technicians must also thoroughly test new setups to maintain system reliability and safety standards. Staying updated on evolving SCADA technologies and manufacturer updates is crucial for troubleshooting and effective integration.

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Infographic showing various Relay Scada Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,255 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Relay/SCADA Technician

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


AES Corporation rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 54 rated energy and utility


Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.
AES Indiana - Relay/SCADA Technician
AES INDIANA
UNION: Union US - IPL Physical Unit
MINIMUM: $43.23
MAXIMUM: $ 61.61
Relay/SCADA Technician
  • PRIMARY DUTIES: Working independently and as a team to install, test, modify, maintain and remove all protective relay, associated communication and SCADA equipment currently in service and new, unfamiliar equipment about to be installed at various Company operating centers, substations, power plants and customer locations

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Applicant must have a technical aptitude, possess an advanced working knowledge of basic electricity and electronics, and be able to demonstrate this knowledge by passing EEI Tech Test as well as other written and laboratory type tests.

  • Applicant must have 4 years or more of electrical/electronic maintenance experience.

  • Applicant must have completed the Educational Requirement for the Relay/SCADA Technician classification. (Attachment).

  • Associate of Science Degree in Electrical/ Engineering Technology meeting all requirements described in the Educational Requirement for the Relay/SCADA Technician classification. (See attachment for type of schools accepted

  • Applicant must take the department written and lab test to determine entry step into the classification.

  • Applicant must enroll in and complete the Relay/SCADA Apprenticeship.

  • Applicant must be able to attain and maintain an Indiana Driver's License.

  • Applicant must be able to lift and move 50 pound test equipment.

Other general qualifications such as attendance, safety, and performance records will be considered.
Performs duties such as:
1. Installing, wiring, testing, calibrating, troubleshooting and commissioning all applicable relay, load control or SCADA equipment and making neat, accurate records of these tests;
2. Reading, interpreting and understanding applicable relay and control schematics, wiring diagrams, instruction books and applicable computer software;
3. Working in conjunction with other employees to install, maintain and troubleshoot applicable communication channels such as microwave, pilot cable, leased, fiber optic or other types of communication circuits used for Relay or SCADA applications;
4. Working in conjunction with other employees to install, test, remove and maintain applicable power supply and battery systems and keeping accurate records of these installations or tests;
5. Contacting or working with employees of other companies such as customer representatives, equipment suppliers and Relay/SCADA technicians of other utilities;
6. Minor field engineering; making, correcting and submitting drawings of finished work; writing specialized reports on certain aspects of the work;
7. Acts as a Relay/SCADA project leader on moderately complex projects, such as the construction of relay, communication and SCADA components for substations, power plants and customer locations;
8. Working effectively with customers, when applicable, having electrical system problems or complaints, locates, identifies and helps correct these situations;
9. Instructs and trains personnel of less experience on the technical aspects of their job.
In addition to the primary duties listed above, the employee may be called upon to perform other work, as circumstances require.
Must know and comply with all Company safety and health policies and procedures applicable to work performance.
Relay/SCADA Technician Educational Requirement
The educational requirement for the Relay/SCADA Technician Position is successful completion of an Associate of Science Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology meeting the requirements described below:
1. The degree is an Associate of Science Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology from an accredited university or college, which is a non-online type technical school such as ITT or Ivy Tech. A non-online school is one at which the core technical courses include both lecture and laboratory hours and must be taken at the school campus not on-line. Also, the laboratory hours must be taken concurrently with the lecture and
2. The degree core curriculum must substantially cover these topics and:
• Technical mathematics - college algebra and trigonometry
• AC/DC fundamentals and circuits analysis
• Digital fundamentals and circuits analysis
• General Physics
• Motors and transform technology
• Computer programming
• Control systems
3. The completion of such schooling has been documented and can be verified.
A degree from an on-line type school such as University of Phoenix, Arizona State University or other online school will not fulfill the Educational Requirement for the Relay/SCADA Technician position.
Progression from the fifth step to the fourth step is intended to comply with section 7.03 of the physical unit collective bargaining agreement. However, employees will not progress to the fourth step and beyond until they have completed all of the job requirements including completing the minimum educational requirements for pension band L Relay/SCADA Technician.
Failure to remain active in obtaining the educational requirements needed to progress to the Relay/SCADA Technician fourth step at a minimum level of one core technical class from the Educational Requirements list of subjects or approved equivalent subject per school semester may result in transfer out of the Relay/SCADA Technician classification unless extenuating circumstances can be identified and accepted by the Company.
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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