Power Systems Designer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Lewis Center, OH seeks a Designer in Engineering Services to develop detailed substation designs, prepare CAD drawings, and support project estimates under a technical lead.

You will work across multiple locations including Lewis Center, OH, King of Prussia, PA, Hanover, MD, Wesley Chapel, FL, focusing on HV design, protective relay applications, and CAD skills with AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation. SEL offers ESOP and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four+ years of HV electrical design experience
• Experience in substation design or protective relay controls
• Knowledge of protective relay applications and automation
• CAD drafting proficiency (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation)

Responsibilities

• Create detailed substation physical and electrical designs under a technical lead
• Prepare CAD drawings and project documentation
• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL equipment and industry design practices
• Mentor junior designers/drafters as needed

Skills

High voltage design

CAD drafting

Protective relay knowledge

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor's in EET/EE or related design degree

Associates in CAD/Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description At SEL, we create digital products and solutions that protect, control, and automate power systems around the world. The devices and software we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Designer inEngineering Services, you’llprovide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide. As a Designer in Engineering Services a typical day might include the following:

Typical day

• Creating detailed substation physical and electrical designs and support job estimates under the supervision of a technical lead.
• Preparing CAD drawings and other project documentation.
• Drawing development involving substation general arrangements, section/elevation views, conduit plans, grounding plans, fencing plans, lighting plans, foundation plans, and bill of materials.
• Providing design engineering support to project technical leads.
• Completing assigned work and submitting within timelines and budgets with a high level of quality.
• Developing and maintaining an acceptable level of expertise in SEL and industry design practices.
• Assisting and mentoring junior designers and/or drafters with technical tasks.
• Developing and maintaining an acceptable level of knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.
• Using best available processes and tools and provide feedback on process enhancements.

Qualifications

• BSET or related design degree from an accredited college or university OR associate's degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or relevant discipline; or possess equivalent experience for each academic year.
• Four plus years of relevant experience with high voltage electrical design, including several projects in substation design or protective relay controls systems.
• Electrical utility, consulting or system integrator experience.
• Application knowledge of protective relay applications and/or automation applications.
• Ability to learn concepts and technical details of products.
• Demonstrated competency in CAD drafting (AUTOCAD, Civil 3D or Microstation).

Location : We are open to MULTIPLE locations.

Locations

Lewis Center, OH- This position is located in Lewis Center, OH, located 15miles outside of downtown Columbus. Here you will enjoy all the big city has to offer, including easy access to outdoor recreation, professional sports teams, and great universities. Centrally located in Ohio and quickly growing, you won't have to look far for great dining, shopping, and entertainment. There has never been a better time to call Lewis Center home.

King of Prussia, PA- This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.

Hanover, MD- This position is located in Hanover, MD. Conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Hanover offers residents convenient commuting options, excellent shopping, hiking and easy access to BWI Airport. With all these variety, it makes Hanover a desirable place to live.

Wesley Chapel, FL - This position is located in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Just north of Tampa, Wesley Chapel offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and city convenience. Residents enjoy access to top-rated schools, vibrant shopping centers, and a growing food scene. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore scenic parks, nature trails, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches. With its welcoming community and dynamic growth, Wesley Chapel is an ideal place to live and work.

Pay

#INDD2 Open to candidates at various levels Pay We base our starting pay offer on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Pay range for position is $25.00 - $60.Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.

Benefits

• 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.