PE - Automation for Data Center Eng team

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits

Generous leave (vacation/sick)

Tuition assistance

Growth and development programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a Project Engineer in the United States (Wesley Chapel, FL or other listed locations) to apply expertise in electric power systems and SEL products.

The role involves leading design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and protection systems, while mentoring staff and driving projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems and related focus area practices.
• Knowledge of electric power system protection, control, integration, automation and communications.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 25%.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and work cooperatively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of power system focus area and SEL products to complex assignments.
• Lead training and assist customers with design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation/protection systems.
• Lead in planning work within scope, schedule and budget to high quality and safety standards.
• Assist in preparing and presenting proposals for SEL equipment, services and systems.
• Mentor staff; may supervise as necessary.
• Model and apply SEL values and manufacturing principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Background check

Drug test

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vision PM software

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system focus area* and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.
2. Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
3. Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
4. Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
5. Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.
6. Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
7. Understand. Create. Simplify.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and *focus area practices and philosophies

Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications

Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications

Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area

• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification

Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience

Project management experience

Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Focus Area = Automation

• Automation = software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices.

Physical Requirements

None

Location:

We are open to this position being located in one of the following locations:

• King of Prussia, PA
• Alpharetta, GA
• Wesley Chapel, FL
• Charlotte, NC
• Lewis Center, OH

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

Project Engineer II $115,000 - 170,000 per year.

Project Engineer III $136,000 - 201,000 per year.

We are open to reviewing candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our 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.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.