Barry McCarty
BGE
Phoenix,MD
40
years of professional experience
- Dynamic Lead Relay Technician at BGE with a proven track record in enhancing system reliability through meticulous testing and maintenance of protective relays. Adept at troubleshooting complex electrical systems and fostering teamwork. I successfully reduced outage times and improved operational efficiency while ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. I have nuclear generation clearance . Worked extensively with NSA personnel to install new substations at NSA and external substations to feed NSA. Extensive fossil generation experience as well as 500 KV and transmission substation work.
Work History
Lead Relay Technician
40 Years- Tested protective relays using standardized relay test sets and calibration equipment.
- Inspected control circuits, wiring, and panels to verify proper operation.
- Troubleshot relay malfunctions and corrected protection scheme issues in substations.
- Performed maintenance on electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays.
- Documented test results, settings, and equipment conditions in maintenance records.
- Coordinated switching and clearance procedures to support safe field work.
- Interpreted electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay logic diagrams.
- Supported commissioning of new relay installations and verified protection settings.
- Contributed to successful project completions by coordinating closely with construction teams during installation of protective relay equipment.
- Improved system reliability by performing comprehensive testing and maintenance on electrical relays and equipment.
- Evaluated new technology advancements in the field, recommending appropriate upgrades for improved system performance.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving any issues related to protective relay systems.
- Ensured compliance to industry standards through meticulous inspection of protective relay installations and modifications.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for essential tools and materials needed during relay maintenance and repair tasks.
- Enhanced troubleshooting efficiency with detailed documentation of relay settings, test results, and corrective actions taken.
- Safeguarded personnel safety with diligent adherence to company protocols during high voltage switching operations.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop customized solutions for complex power system issues.
- Increased productivity by streamlining work processes and organizing team schedules according to project priorities.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing expertise in relay protection principles and best practices for safe operations.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures while conducting tests on protective relays, ensuring consistent accuracy in measurements.
- Conducted in-depth analyses of power system disturbances, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to identify the root cause and implement corrective actions.
- Performed root cause analyses on system failures, identifying areas for improvement in both design and maintenance procedures.
- Participated in emergency response efforts, quickly restoring power supply after outages due to natural disasters or technical malfunctions.
- Reduced outage times by rapidly diagnosing and repairing faulty equipment in coordination with field crews.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through regular preventive maintenance and timely replacement of worn components.
- Optimized protection schemes for power systems by designing and implementing effective relay settings.
- Supported efficient communication between departments, ensuring accurate information flow during critical relay operation incidents.
- Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
- Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.
- Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
- Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
- Analyzed test data to diagnose malfunctions and determine performance characteristics of systems.
- Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance using software.
- Ran signal quality and connectivity tests for individual cables, recording results in software.
- Scheduled and supervised splicing or termination of cables in color-code order software.
Education
Schweitzer Engineering
High School Diploma
Skills
Switchgear operation
Substation maintenance
Electrical troubleshooting
Adaptability to change
Safety protocols adherence
Equipment installation
Control circuitry
Electrical schematics interpretation
Testing equipment operation
Relay calibration
Protective device coordination
Communication protocols
Protective relaying expertise
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Electrical systems troubleshooting
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Reliability
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Circuit testing
Maintenance recordkeeping
Relationship building
Team building
Task prioritization
Control circuit troubleshooting
Self motivation
Interpersonal skills
Analytical thinking
Goal setting
Risk assessment
Professionalism
Blueprint reading
Interpersonal communication
Quality control
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
Adaptability
Safety procedures adherence
System testing
Equipment maintenance
Equipment troubleshooting
Emergency response
Timeline
Lead Relay Technician
BGE
09.1985 - 09.2025Read More
BGE
Schweitzer Engineering
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BC Dundalk Community College
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Dundalk
High School Diploma
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