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Sentinel Power Services ยท 8 hours ago

Relay Technician

positionTulsa, OK
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level

TechPro Power Group, through its Sentinel Power division, is a leader in electrical testing, maintenance, and power solutions. The Relay Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of protective relays used in power distribution and transmission networks to enhance grid reliability and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Perform acceptance testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protective relays in substations and industrial power systems
Conduct functional tests, calibration, and coordination studies to optimize relay settings and system protection
Analyze and interpret relay event records and fault waveforms to diagnose system issues
Work with electromechanical, microprocessor-based, and digital relays from manufacturers like SEL, GE, ABB, and Siemens
Test and verify differential, overcurrent, distance, and voltage protection relays to ensure proper operation
Inspect and maintain relay panels, control circuits, and protection schemes for breakers, transformers, and generators
Identify and correct relay misoperations, incorrect settings, and wiring issues
Assist in investigating system outages and disturbances to improve reliability
Collaborate with engineers and field teams to implement relay protection upgrades and system improvements
Maintain accurate test reports, maintenance records, and relay settings for compliance with NERC, IEEE, and utility standards
Follow industry safety protocols and ensure adherence to NETA testing standards
Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and project managers

Qualification

Protective relaysRelay testing expertiseElectrical circuitryRelay theoryDiagnostic toolsNETA certificationProblem-solving

Required

Hands-on experience with protective relays in transmission or distribution systems
Strong understanding of relay theory, system protection principles, and electrical circuitry
Proficiency with relay test sets (e.g., Doble, Omicron, Megger) and diagnostic tools
Ability to analyze relay operations and power system events
Ability to travel up to 25% for fieldwork

Preferred

NETA Level II, III, or IV, or relevant relay protection training

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits
401(k) match

Company

Sentinel Power Services

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Sentinel has developed into a multi-discipline design engineering firm offering a complete suite of solutions and services.
dateFounded in 1998
location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://sentinelpowerservices.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Sentinel Power Services has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (2)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2022-02-28Acquired

Leadership Team

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Greg Ellis
Chief Executive Officer
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