Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Project Engineer I/II/III - Automation

Schweitzer Engineering Labs$97K — $201K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
  • 2+ years experience with electric power systems
  • Knowledge of power system protection and control
  • Familiarity with automation and communications applications
  • Willingness to travel at least 25% internationally and domestically

Responsibilities

  • Train and assist customers in system configuration and operation
  • Lead projects ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to scope and budget
  • Prepare and present proposals for equipment and services
  • Mentor junior staff and supervise as needed

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned with an ESOP and 401(k) options
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policy
  • Support for growth through education and development programs
  • Other employee wellness and financial assistance programs
Full Job Description
As a Project Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
  • Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
  • Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
  • Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
  • Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.


This job might be for you if:
  • B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
  • 2+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and *focus area practices and philosophies
  • Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
  • Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications
  • Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area


Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification
  • Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
  • Project management experience
  • Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software


Focus Area = Automation
  • Automation = software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices.


This position is open to the following locations:

Pullman, WA; Lewis Center, OH; or Plymouth, MI

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

Project Engineer I - $97,000 - $144,000.

Project Engineer II - $115,000 - $170,000.

Project Engineer III - $136,000 - $201,000.

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary 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.

Communication with Applicants

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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.
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