Electrical Design Engineer – Protective Relays & Automation

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; San Luis Potosí; On-site; MXN 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) seeks an electrical design engineer with strong CAD drafting and high voltage protective relay experience to support project leads in San Luis Potosí. You will develop detailed designs, prepare CAD drawings, and ensure timely, quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes learning SEL practices, teamwork, and continuous process improvement, with occasional travel and a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Autodesk CAD proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience.
• Three+ years of relevant experience with high voltage electrical design, including protective relay controls systems.
• Ability to learn concepts and technical details of products.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and own responsibilities.
• Demonstrated competency in CAD drafting (AutoCAD or MicroStation).
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Background check satisfactory to SEL; Negative drug test results.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed physical and electrical designs and support job estimates under supervision of a technical lead.
• Prepare CAD drawings and other project documentation.
• Provide design engineering support to project technical leads.
• Complete assigned work and submit within timelines and budgets with a high level of quality.
• Develop and maintain an acceptable level of expertise in SEL and industry design practices.
• Assist and mentor drafters with technical tasks.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.
• Use best available processes and tools and provide feedback on process enhancements.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing skills

Speaking skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Learning agility

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in EET/CAD/Drafting

BSEE/BSET or related degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) seeks an electrical design engineer with strong CAD drafting and high voltage protective relay experience to support project leads in San Luis Potosí. You will develop detailed designs, prepare CAD drawings, and ensure timely, quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes learning SEL practices, teamwork, and continuous process improvement, with occasional travel and a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Autodesk CAD proficiency is essential.