The Power Systems Engineer is responsible for applying advanced electrical engineering expertise to the design, implementation, and support of power system automation and protection solutions. This role requires strong knowledge of electrical power systems and demonstrated experience using industry-standard tools such as PSSE, ETAP, and/or RTDS. The ideal candidate will work closely with customers to deliver high-quality solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and efficiency. The Customer applications include, but are not limited to:
Required Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Possess, understand, and apply fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures within a power systems focus area and related SEL products. Train and assist customers in the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of automation and/or protection systems. Complete assigned work within agreed-upon scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Participate in the preparation of functional design specifications. Prepare and maintain detailed design documents, reports, checklists, test reports, and other deliverables. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. Embrace and demonstrate the mindset: Understand. Create. Simplify. Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills
Physical Requirements
None
Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
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.
The salary range for this position is $97,000-$140,000 per year. This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); ESOP; paid time off; and paid holidays.
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
| Location | Pullman, WA |
| Industry | Energy and Utilities |
| Salary | $97,000–$140,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1982 |
| Website | https://selinc.com/ |
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories leads the electric power system protection industry in technology, service, and value. We design and manufacture systems, services, and products for protection, monitoring, control, automation and metering of utility and industrial electric power systems worldwide. Not only do we offer, challenge, and reward at our state-of-the-art headquarters in Pullman, Washington but we also provide a quality work environment and progressive benefits. We seek professional, meticulous individuals for our technical team. Learn more about what makes SEL successful by reading our company values.
An Award Winning Company
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) has earned a reputation for quality, reliability, integrity, and service. This has enabled us to expand within both the electric utility and industrial markets to include international customers and OEM markets.
SEL earned a spot on the 2012 FORTUNE Magazine 100 Best Companies to Work For list. This prestigious ranking celebrates the SEL 100% employee-owned culture as one of the best in the country. SEL has received numerous awards, including the Puget Sound Business Journal's 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Washington State (1999 through 2003, 2010, and 2011), Inc. Magazine's 500│5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies (1990, 1991, 2008, 2010, and 2011), the Association of Washington Businesses (AWB) Manufacturing, Workplace, and Community Service Award (1998 through 2010), and the Washington State Quality Achievement Award (WSQA).
In an independent survey conducted by Newton-Evens Research Company, SEL ranks first in seven performance categories including: technology, features, security against hackers, web/internet information ability, technical service and support, price, and relay setting PC software. Since 2006, SEL has also held the elite VPP STAR status certification for outstanding safety and health programs.