Power Systems Designer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

ESOP benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Designer in Engineering Services to create detailed substation designs, prepare CAD drawings, and support project teams. You’ll mentor junior staff and advance knowledge of SEL equipment for power system protection and automation.

The role requires a BSET or related degree or equivalent experience, 4+ years in high voltage design, and proficiency with CAD tools. Multiple locations offered with competitive compensation and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• BSET or related design degree or equivalent experience for each academic year.
• Four plus years of high voltage electrical design experience including 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).

Responsibilities

• Create detailed substation physical and electrical designs and support job estimates under supervision.
• Prepare CAD drawings and project documentation.
• Develop drawings including substation arrangements, section/elevation views, conduit, grounding, fencing, lighting, foundations, and BOMs.
• Provide design engineering support to project leads.
• Complete assigned work within timelines and budgets with high quality.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electrical power system protection and automation.
• Mentor junior designers/drafters with technical tasks.

Skills

CAD drafting

Electrical design

Protective relay knowledge

Learning ability

Education

BSET or related design degree

Associate’s degree in EET/CAD/Drafting or equivalent experience

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 in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

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.

This job might be for you if possess the following

• 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.

Lewis Center, OH- This position is located in Lewis Center, OH, located 15 miles 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.

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.

#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.

Benefits

• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.
• People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
• 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.
• 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.

Communication with Applicants

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [e-mail].

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.