Commissioning Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superior benefits

Employee ownership

ESOP and 401(k) options

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Holidays

Vacation time

Sick days

Family leave

Education programs

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to apply power system automation and commissioning concepts. You will support customers with design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.

The role requires travel up to 75% and the ability to learn new skills, with a focus on quality and safety. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 75%.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system automation and commissioning.
• Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, on-site and from SEL offices.
• Complete assigned work within scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.
• Commissioning = perform site testing, train and assist customers with installation and operation.

Skills

Self-motivation

Willing to travel

Strong writing

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Job description

As a Commissioning Engineer, a typical day might include the following: Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system automation and commissioning. Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and or protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices. Complete assigned work using established procedures and working under immediate supervision. Complete assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
• Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 75% based on focus area.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework in electric power and/or controls (power system protection, symmetrical components, programming, control systems)
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Work experience in electric utilities, industrial plants, communications, computer programming, or construction

Focus Area = Commissioning

Commissioning = perform commissioning and site acceptance testing in the field, train and assist customers with installation, commissioning and operation of devices. Up to 75% travel.

This position is available in Pullman, WA; Houston, TX; or Alpharetta, GA.

Competitive pay.

Benefits

• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.
• People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
• 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.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
• 9 paid sick days.
• 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.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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.