Project Engineer I/II/III - Commissioning

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Georgia; On-site; USD 97,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive benefits

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

Engineering development programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a Project Engineer to support design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.

You will travel domestically and internationally with a minimum level of effort, perform field testing and training for customers, and work under supervision to complete assigned work on scope, schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally a minimum of 75% based on focus area.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system focus area.
• Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.
• Complete assigned work using established procedures and working under immediate supervision.
• Complete assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.

Skills

Travel willingness

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Learning mindset

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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

• Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system focus area*.
• Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.
• Complete assigned work using established procedures and working under immediate supervision.
• Complete assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
• Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 75% based on focus area.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework in electric power and/or controls (power system protection, symmetrical components, programming, control systems)
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Work experience in electric utilities, industrial plants, communications, computer programming, or construction

Focus Area = Commissioning

• Commissioning = perform commissioning and site acceptance testing in the field, train and assist customers with installation, commissioning and operation of devices. Up to 80% travel.

This position is available in Pullman, WA; Houston, TX; or Alpharetta, GA.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• 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.
• 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.

Pay Range Data

Project Engineer I: $97,000 — $144,000.

Project Engineer II: $115,000 - $170,000.

Project Engineer III: $136,000 - $201,000.

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 and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.