R&D Associate Test Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; México; Presencial; MXN 350.000 - 480.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Mexico is seeking an R&D Associate Test Engineer to contribute to development and validation of integration and automation solutions for electric power systems.

You will work with experienced engineers to design and test communication, protection, and automation technologies. The role focuses on developing test plans, conducting simulations, and evaluating product performance and reliability, with emphasis on teamwork and clear technical communication

Formación

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics, or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in designing and executing tests for SEL integration and automation features.
• Develop test plans, run simulations, and validate product functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineers to advance protection, communication, and automation solutions.

Conocimientos

Problem solving

English communication

Team collaboration

Educación

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

R&D Associate Test Engineer

The R&D Associate Test Engineer contributes to the development, validation, and advancement of integration and automation solutions for electric power system applications. Working alongside experienced engineers, this role supports the design and testing of communication, protection, and automation technologies used in modern power systems.

Engineering & Product Development

Design, develop, test, and validate integration and automation features for SEL products. Support the implementation and verification of communication protocols, automation functions, and system integrations used in electric power system applications. Develop and execute test plans, simulations, and laboratory evaluations to verify product functionality, performance, and reliability.

Technical Analysis & Innovation

Apply engineering principles, modeling techniques, and analytical methods to evaluate and improve power system protection, communication, and automation solutions. Contribute to the development of innovative solutions that improve product performance, reliability, and usability.

Communication & Professional Development

Communicate technical information effectively through documentation, test reports, presentations, and technical discussions. Build technical expertise in electric power systems, communications, protection, and automation technologies through project participation and collaboration with experienced engineers.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic or professional experience in electric power systems, communications, controls, automation, or related disciplines. Working knowledge of one or more of the following:

• SEL products and protocols.
• SCADA Protocols: IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus.
• Automation Protocols: IEC 6150 GOOSE, IEC 61850 Sampled Values, PRP and HSR.
• Time Synchronization Protocols: IEEE 1588 PTP, IRIG-B, SNTP.
• Power system protection principles and applications.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.