Project Engineer - Automation

SEL Engineering Services; Washington; On-site; USD 84,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

10 paid holidays

Vacation time starting at 12 days

Sick leave (9 days)

Family and medical leave 90% pay

Tuition assistance

STEM courses and apprenticeships

Engineering development programs

Wellness programs

Fertility benefits

Adoption assistance

Flexible spending benefits

Job summary

SEL Engineering Services in Pullman, WA seeks an Associate Project Engineer to train customers on automation and protection systems, assist in project scope and proposals, and ensure high quality and safety within schedule and budget.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, knowledge of power system protection and control, and willingness to travel at least 25% domestically and internationally. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications.
• Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications.

Responsibilities

• Train and assist customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
• Work with team 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.

Skills

Power system protection

Power system control

Automation applications

Industrial communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vision

Job description

As an Associate Project Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Train and assist customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
• Work with team 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.

Job Requirements

• B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
• Knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
• Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
• Project management experience
• Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Focus Area

Focus Area = Automation

Automation = software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices.

Location

Pullman, WA - SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

Benefits

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 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.

Salary

Associate Project Engineer - $84,000 - $124,000.

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.