Commissioning Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support the design, installation, commissioning and operation of power automation and protection systems. You will work on-site and from SEL offices, traveling as required to customer sites in the US and abroad.

Key tasks include factory and field commissioning, site acceptance testing, and training customers on installed devices, while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 75%.
• Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions.
• Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teams that support customers with design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, on-site or from SEL offices.
• Complete assigned work within scope, schedule and budget focusing on quality and safety.
• Commissioning and site acceptance testing in the field and training customers on installation and operation of devices.

Skills

Self-motivated learning

Strong writing skills

Excellent communication

Willing to travel 75%

Ability to learn new skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

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. 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.

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.