Power Systems Integration & Automation Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) retirement plan

Top-tier health insurance

Dental, vision, life, and disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Sick leave and family leave

Tuition assistance and STEM programs

Wellness & flexibility benefits

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in King of Prussia, PA, is seeking an Integration & Automation Engineer to advance integration and automation capabilities across SEL products. You will define specifications, analyze tests, and help validate systems while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration with customers and internal teams, applying SEL values and manufacturing principles, and continuously learning new skills to drive robust, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience with serial, Ethernet, and multiple communication protocols in power systems.
• Typically 2+ years configuring network devices and interfaces.
• Typically 2+ years in electric utility, industrial plant, or engineering firm.
• Ability to work effectively with customers and colleagues; strong writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities; team-oriented.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain advanced technical knowledge to enhance integration and automation features in SEL products.
• Define, develop and analyze specifications, tests, and system validation processes.
• Diagnose customer issues with integration and communication features and document for developers.
• Provide technical and market analysis for product enhancements.
• Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians.
• Apply SEL Values and World Class Manufacturing principles; strive for simplicity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Serial and Ethernet protocols

Power systems communications

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Learning new skills

Customer interaction

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering

Tools

SEL products & protocols

IEC 61850

DNP3

Modbus

IEEE 1588

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in King of Prussia, PA, is seeking an Integration & Automation Engineer to advance integration and automation capabilities across SEL products. You will define specifications, analyze tests, and help validate systems while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration with customers and internal teams, applying SEL values and manufacturing principles, and continuously learning new skills to drive robust, scalable solutions.