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Lead Protection and Control Technician

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC
Bay, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
We are seeking an experienced Lead Protection and Control (PandC;) Technician / Engineer to support utility,

industrial, renewable, and EPC projects across transmission and distribution systems. This individual will lead field

testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup activities for substations, relay protection systems, switchgear,

and SCADA integration projects.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with hands-on relay testing and commissioning experience who can

mentor junior technicians, interface with customers, and drive projects safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Lead PandC; testing and commissioning activities on utility and industrial substations

Perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, and troubleshooting of protective relays and control systems

Read and interpret three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and AC/DC elementary drawings

Test and commission SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Beckwith, and Basler relays

Manage field crews and coordinate with customers, EPC contractors, and engineers

Develop and review test plans, switching procedures, and commissioning reports

Ensure compliance with NERC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and customer safety standards

Support outage planning and emergency response work as needed

Travel to project sites throughout the region

Qualifications

5 years of Protection and Control testing and commissioning experience

Strong understanding of utility substations and power systems

Experience With Transmission And Distribution Systems Preferred

Proficient with relay test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, and Megger

Ability to troubleshoot complex protection and control systems

Strong leadership and communication skills

Ability to work independently in the field

Valid drivers license and ability to travel

Preferred Experience

NETA certification

Electrical Engineering degree or technical training

SCADA integration and RTU commissioning experience

EPC project commissioning support

Experience leading crews or managing field projects

Utility or renewable energy experience

What We Offer

Competitive compensation

Per diem and travel opportunities

Career growth with a rapidly expanding organization

Exposure to utility, industrial, renewable, and EPC projects

Strong team-oriented culture focused on safety and technical excellence

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