At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead protective relay testing and ensure safe operations in high-voltage substations.
- Company: Asplundh Electrical Testing, a leader in electrical safety and reliability.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off from day one.
- Other info: Opportunities for travel and career advancement in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact on energy safety and reliability.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in protective relaying with strong technical skills and safety knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
About the Role
At Asplundh Electrical Testing, safety is not a priority—it is our foundation.
The Senior Relay Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable operation of medium‑ and high‑voltage utility substations through advanced protective relay testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
This position is ideal for professionals with a utility background who have hands‑on experience testing and commissioning transmission and distribution protection systems.
You will serve as a technical lead in the field, guide crews through complex outage work, and reinforce Asplundh’s reputation for safety, precision, and service excellence.
We are experiencing strong growth and are immediately hiring Senior Relay Technicians with deep expertise in protection and control, relay schemes, and substation energization.
If you enjoy solving complex protection challenges, leading safe work execution, and influencing system reliability at scale, we’d like to speak with you.
As a NETA‑accredited, independent electrical testing and engineering organization, Asplundh Electrical Testing sets the benchmark for technical excellence and unwavering safety across the utility, renewable energy, data center, and industrial sectors.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
- What You’ll Do
- Lead job briefings and safety tailboards, reinforcing a “Safety First, Always” field culture
- Perform protective relay testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and commissioning on medium‑ and high‑voltage systems
- Test and validate transmission and distribution protection schemes, including:
- Distance, differential, overcurrent, breaker failure, and bus protection
• Verify control and protection circuits for
- Power transformers
- Medium‑ and high‑voltage circuit breakers
- Feeder relays
- Capacitor banks and reactors
- Support outage planning, switching coordination, energization, and restoration activities
- Perform event analysis, relay target review, and disturbance investigations
- Lead and mentor onsite technicians; coordinate work execution with project managers, system operators, and utility customers
- Create and maintain accurate test reports, as‑left settings, and field documentation
- Participate in job walks, project estimating, and customer technical discussions
- Serve as a technical resource and trainer for developing relay technicians
- Travel Requirements
Work is performed at customer sites throughout the assigned region.
Regular regional travel is required, with opportunities for extended assignments outside the region as needed.
Company vehicle provided for regional work‑related travel.
What You Bring
- 5+ years of hands‑on experience in protective relaying for utility substations
- Demonstrated experience testing medium‑ to high‑voltage (5k V–500k V) protection systems
- Strong working knowledge of microprocessor‑based relays
- Experience with modern relay test platforms
- Solid understanding of utility safety rules, energized work practices, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Ability to interpret
- Protection diagrams
- AC/DC schematics
- Wiring and logic drawings
- Valid driver’s license; ability to work outdoors, travel, and lift up to 70 lbs
Education & Credentials
- NETA Level III or IV Certification preferred for Senior roles (Candidates at other NETA levels are encouraged to apply for opportunities across the organization)
• Experience with
- Circuit breakers
- Power transformers
- Switchgear
- RTUs and substation communications
- Technical degree, apprenticeship, or military electrical training
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history
What We Offer
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plan to help you secure your future
- Company‑provided life insurance for added peace of mind
- Supplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverage
- A variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
- Long‑term disability coverage
- Pre‑paid legal plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and professional well‑being
- Paid time off to recharge and refresh
- Paid holidays
- Access to employee discount programs and helpful resources
- Benefits listed above are available to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements and plan provisions apply
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066.
We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.
Customs and Immigration Service to e‑Verify all newly hired employees.
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Senior Relay Technician in Stratford employer: Asplundh Electrical Testing
Asplundh Electrical Testing is an exceptional employer that prioritizes safety as its foundation, fostering a work culture where employees are empowered to lead and innovate in the field of utility and high-voltage protection. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including medical coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development through mentorship and training. Located in a dynamic region with regular travel opportunities, our team thrives on solving complex challenges while reinforcing our reputation for precision and service excellence.
Contact Details:
Asplundh Electrical Testing Recruitment Team
