Power Systems Project Engineer: Automation & Protection

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Competitive pay and benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Project Engineer I to apply power system automation knowledge to complex assignments and lead client training on design, configuration, validation, installation and operation of SEL protection systems.

You will mentor staff, contribute to proposals, and work within scope, schedule and budget while travel of at least 25% domestically and internationally is expected. Competitive benefits and ESOP await.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in electric power systems, industry practices, and focus area practices and philosophies.
• Strong knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications.
• Working knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 25%.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system automation and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.
• Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
• Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
• Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
• Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.
• Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power system protection

Documentation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vision PM software

Protection relays

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Project Engineer I to apply power system automation knowledge to complex assignments and lead client training on design, configuration, validation, installation and operation of SEL protection systems.

You will mentor staff, contribute to proposals, and work within scope, schedule and budget while travel of at least 25% domestically and internationally is expected. Competitive benefits and ESOP await.