Power Systems Automation Engineer — Lead OT/SCADA Projects

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.

Boise (ID)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Superior benefits
Employee-owned company
ESOP + 401(k) options
Tuition assistance

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Power Systems Engineer focused on automation projects.

You will plan, design, develop, test, and commission automation solutions using real-time controllers, IEC-61850, DNP, and Modbus protocols to monitor and control power systems. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, interface with customers, and research SEL equipment and third-party solutions to deliver robust automation designs and field-ready configurations.

Qualifications

  • Experience with IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus protocols and real-time control.
  • Proficiency in IEC-61131 programming and Python.
  • Knowledge of IT/OT network design and troubleshooting (Wireshark).
  • Experience with server/client SCADA and HMI applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project engineering efforts from design to commissioning.
  • Define deliverables, schedules, and execution plans.
  • Research SEL equipment and third-party solutions for projects.
  • Coordinate with PMs and customers to plan applications.

Skills

IEC 61850
DNP
Modbus
Python programming
IEC 61131 programming
IT/OT network design
IT/OT network troubleshooting
SCADA
HMI development
Substation safety

Tools

Real-time controllers
HMI software
SCADA servers
Wireshark (network tools)

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Power Systems Engineer focused on automation projects.

You will plan, design, develop, test, and commission automation solutions using real-time controllers, IEC-61850, DNP, and Modbus protocols to monitor and control power systems. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, interface with customers, and research SEL equipment and third-party solutions to deliver robust automation designs and field-ready configurations.

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