Power Systems Automation Engineer — Global Impact & ESOP

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Family leave

Tuition assistance

Engineering programs

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join our Global Accounts team. You will work with industrial power system customers across regions, develop expertise in power systems and SEL products, and deliver demos, training, and on-site visits to solve complex problems.

You will mentor teammates, contribute to product specifications, publish guides, and present at industry events.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 8+ years in power systems, industrial applications in either protection or automation with metering knowledge
• Skills in teaching power system principles and concepts
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• The ability to identify and pursue ways to improve customer experience
• An innovative mind and willingness to experiment to find new solutions
• The ability to gain confidence and trust easily
• Willingness to travel 25-50%, depending on location

Responsibilities

• Developing and teaching expertise in power systems and SEL products.
• Assisting customers with SEL products through visits, demos, training, and calls.
• Providing innovative solutions to complex problems, independently supporting customers.
• Contributing to product specs, application/testing software, and literature.
• Presenting at SEL marketing events, industry meetings, and conferences.
• Teaching SEL University courses in core and other areas.
• Publishing application guides, software tools, course materials, and technical papers; review others’ work.
• Mentoring and leading team members, serving as an experienced advisor.
• Enhancing customer feedback processes, training materials, and lead improvement initiatives.

Skills

Power systems teaching

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Mentoring

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join our Global Accounts team. You will work with industrial power system customers across regions, develop expertise in power systems and SEL products, and deliver demos, training, and on-site visits to solve complex problems.

You will mentor teammates, contribute to product specifications, publish guides, and present at industry events.