Relay Engineer

Job Title - Relay Engineer Protection Relays (Schneider Electric)

Job Type-Full-time

Experience Required: 37 Years (can be adjusted)

Qualification

Diploma / BE / B. Tech in Electrical or Power Engineering

Relevant training or certification in protection relays (preferred)

Job Location: Factory / Project Sites (India & overseas, as applicable)

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Relay Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in

protection relay programming, configuration, testing, and commissioning, particularly

Schneider Electric protection relays. The candidate should have in-depth application

knowledge and strong troubleshooting skills across industrial and utility power systems.

Key Responsibilities

Programming, configuration, and parameter setting of Schneider Electric

protection relays

Testing and commissioning of protection relays for:

o Feeders, Transformers, Motors, Generators, Busbars

Perform secondary injection testing, logic verification, and functional testing

Develop and verify protection schemes, interlocks, and trip logic

Carry out relay coordination studies support and implement approved settings

Troubleshoot relay, wiring, communication, and protection mal-operations

Support FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities

Interface with PCC, MCC, and MV switchgear panels during testing and

commissioning

Work with communication protocols such as Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870 (basic

exposure)

Prepare and review:

Relay settings files

Test reports

Commissioning documentation

Coordinate with customers, consultants, and site teams during project execution

Required Skills

Strong hands-on experience with Schneider Electric Protection Relays, such as:

Micom Relays ( all series)

Easergy series (P3, P5, Sepam, etc.)

Also, ABB, GE, Siemens relays expertise is required for any retrofit purpose

In-depth understanding of:

Overcurrent, Earth Fault, Differential, REF, Distance, and Motor protections

Experience in relay logic configuration and troubleshooting

Good understanding of MV/LV power systems and protection philosophy

Ability to read and interpret SLD, protection schematics, and control drawings

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Awareness of electrical safety and commissioning best practices

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

Experience with other OEM relays (ABB / Siemens / GE / SEL) is must

Knowledge of numerical relay testing tools (OMICRON / Megger / equivalent)

Exposure to SCADA integration and substation automation

Site commissioning experience in industrial plants, utilities, or EPC projects

Salary: As per industry standards (Negotiable based on experience)

Notice Period: Immediate / Short notice preferred