Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Automation Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Labs • $97K — $144K *
Boise, ID 83709In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years experience in automation and control systems troubleshooting
  • Understanding of electrical utility, industrial plant, or engineering firm practices
  • Knowledge of OSI model and networking principles
  • Proficient in technical presentations and documentation
  • Willingness to travel up to 15%
  • Strong teamwork and ability to learn new skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain knowledge of automation and industrial control systems
  • Assist with customer technical support including installation and commissioning
  • Develop and analyze product specifications and validation tests
  • Write and maintain product documentation like guides and manuals
  • Evaluate proposed products and perform market analyses
  • Analyze competing automation products
  • Act as technical lead on projects and mentor junior engineers

Benefits

  • Employee ownership through a funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k) options
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick days, and family leave
  • Support for employee growth through STEM courses, tuition assistance, and development programs
  • Additional benefits in wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending
Full Job Description
As an Automation Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
  • Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of electric power system automation and industrial control systems including related protocols, serial and network communications, security, and logic programming.
  • Assist in customer technical support including installation, commissioning and operation of automation and control systems.
  • Develop and analyze product specifications and functional and validation tests.
  • Write and maintain product documentation including application guides, data sheets, and instruction manuals.
  • Provide technical and market analyses to evaluate proposed products or enhancements.
  • Perform analysis and tests on competing automation products.
  • Perform as technical lead on assigned projects.
  • Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians.
  • Understand. Create. Simplify.
  • Other duties as assigned.


This job might be for you if you have:
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Typically 2+ years relevant experience in setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of automation and control systems with a broad range of serial and network devices and interfaces.
  • Working knowledge of automation and integration applications, practices, and philosophies at an electrical utility, industrial plant, or engineering firm
  • Knowledge of OSI model
  • Knowledge of layer 2 and 3 (switching and routing) networking principles
  • Excellent technical presentation and training skills
  • Willing to travel up to 15%
  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
  • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment


Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of SEL products
  • Working knowledge of SEL, DNP3, Modbus, IEC 60870, and IEC 61850 protocols
  • Working knowledge of electric power systems and protective relay applications
  • Experience in customer service or technical support


Location: Boise, ID

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

  • We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.


Pay Range Data:

$97,700 - $144,400 annually.

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

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About Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) designs, manufactures, and supports products and services ranging from generator and transmission protection to distribution automation and control systems. Founded in 1982 by Edmund O. Schweitzer III, SEL is headquartered in Pullman, Washington, and has operations in over 80 countries. SEL's products and services are used by utilities, industrial companies, and transportation systems to ensure the safe and reliable operation of their power systems. SEL is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer service, and has won numerous awards for its products and workplace culture.
Learn more about Schweitzer Engineering Labs
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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