Lead Relay Technician - Utility & High-Voltage Protection
Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC, Muskegon, MI, United States
Lead Relay Technician – Utility & High‑Voltage Protection
Brand:
Asplundh Electrical Testing
Location:
Muskegon, MI, United States
Date Posted:
Apr 23, 2026
Requisition Number:
6540-OTHLOC-CuICYfww
At
Asplundh Electrical Testing , safety 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.
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, and 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
10+ years of hands‑on experience in protective relaying for utility substations
Demonstrated experience testing medium‑ to high‑voltage (5kV–500kV) 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 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
Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work‑life balance, including:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
Retirement plan to help you secure your future
Company‑provided life insurance
Supplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverage
Variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
Long‑term disability coverage
Pre‑paid legal plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee discount programs and helpful resources
Benefits listed above are available to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements and plan provisions apply.
Legal & Eligibility
All applicants 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. Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Brand:
Asplundh Electrical Testing
Location:
Muskegon, MI, United States
Date Posted:
Apr 23, 2026
Requisition Number:
6540-OTHLOC-CuICYfww
At
Asplundh Electrical Testing , safety 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.
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, and 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
10+ years of hands‑on experience in protective relaying for utility substations
Demonstrated experience testing medium‑ to high‑voltage (5kV–500kV) 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 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
Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work‑life balance, including:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
Retirement plan to help you secure your future
Company‑provided life insurance
Supplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverage
Variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
Long‑term disability coverage
Pre‑paid legal plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee discount programs and helpful resources
Benefits listed above are available to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements and plan provisions apply.
Legal & Eligibility
All applicants 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. Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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