Substation Relay Technician (E4A Solutions – A Subsidiary of Riot Platforms)

About E4A Solutions

E4A Solutions is a leading engineering firm specializing in power plant and substation services. We provide power plant installation demolition rebuilding and retrofitting along with equipment supply engineering construction high-voltage switchyards and auxiliary services. Our expertise also extends to maintenance and consulting ensuring comprehensive solutions for our clients.

About the role

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Substation Relay Technician to support the safe and reliable operation of substations and distribution equipment. This technician installs maintains calibrates modifies troubleshoots and repairs a variety of electronic electrical mechanical and electro-mechanical systems within a substation environment. The role also includes support for project management functions such as vendor and contractor coordination scheduling inspection testing and commissioning.

Essential Functions

• Install commission test and maintain protective relaying equipment in substations.
• Perform functional testing on control circuits for relay panels transformers and circuit breakers.
• Develop and execute relay macros and testing routines to verify protection scheme integrity.
• Conduct end-to-end relay testing using relay test software; analyze performance based on fault types.
• Develop written standard commissioning testing and maintenance procedures.
• Review relay settings and logic equations to ensure alignment with system protection designs.
• Create review and execute substation equipment isolation and restoration switching procedures.
• Lead safety briefings and maintain a strong safety culture on job sites.
• Investigate electrical issues perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Interpret protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams to identify errors or inconsistencies.
• Use manufacturer documentation to support relay testing and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with other duties as assigned including electric system construction and maintenance.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Hands-on experience with protective relays in systems ranging from 480V up to 345kV.
• Skilled in troubleshooting distribution control circuits and SCADA communication systems.
• Proficiency in relay test software such as AcSELerator and other diagnostic tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory circuits and trigonometry.
• Competency in using and maintaining electric utility tools and substation instrumentation.
• Ability to read interpret and troubleshoot from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with protective relays from SEL GE Multilin Siemens etc.
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems programmable control systems and monitoring systems.
• Proficiency with computer systems and IED (Intelligent Electronic Device) interface software.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards: NEC NESC OSHA NFPA and NERC testing requirements.
• Experience with transformer monitoring systems is a strong plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated able to work independently and willing to respond to emergency call-backs.
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces and extreme weather conditions.
• Committed to practicing safe electrical work procedures.

Education and Experience 

• Preferred: Associate degree in Electrical or Electronic Sciences.
• Acceptable: Equivalent combination of college vocational or industry training in electrical/electronic theory mathematics lab work and communications.
• Required: Minimum of 1 year working in a substation environment including project management construction testing and operations involving protective relaying and SCADA.
• Preferred: 3+ years of substation experience including familiarity with major protective relay brands (SEL GE Multilin Siemens etc.).
• Valid Drivers License required
• Completion of a Substation or Relay Testing Apprentice Program with certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
• 401k plan with company matching
• Great medical vision and dental plans to choose from
• Long-term and Short-term disability
• Additional benefit options (Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance and more)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• A fun company culture with tremendous growth opportunities! 

Riot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

What We Do

Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure.Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors networks and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.

Why Work With Us

Our culture is rooted in extreme ownership. That means every challenge is an opportunity and every team member is empowered to lead innovate and execute. We believe in moving fast thinking boldly and owning outcomes because that’s how we operate.

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