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Job summary
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Boise, ID is seeking an Electrical Design Technician/Design Engineer to create detailed electrical designs for utility and industrial projects, and to develop CAD drawings, schematics, and project documentation. You will support technical leads, mentor drafters, and help drive innovation while delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
The role requires an Associate's degree and 3+ years HV design experience, with AutoCAD or MicroStation
Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience in EET, CAD, Drafting, or related field.
- 3+ years of high-voltage electrical design experience.
- Experience with protective relay control system projects.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
- Understanding of protective relay installation requirements.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
- Curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Create detailed physical and electrical designs for utility and industrial projects.
- Develop CAD drawings, schematics, and project documentation.
- Support technical leads throughout project execution.
- Deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.
- Build expertise in SEL technologies and relay protection systems.
- Mentor and assist drafters with technical tasks.
- Continuously improve processes and drive innovation.
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Job description
Design the Future of Power with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)!
At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), we're on a mission to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more efficient. We're looking for a talented, detail-oriented electrical design professional who loves problem-solving, embraces technology, and thrives in a collaborative environment.
- Creating detailed physical and electrical designs for utility and industrial projects
- Developing CAD drawings, schematics, and project documentation
- Supporting technical leads throughout project execution
- Delivering high-quality work on time and within budget
- Building expertise in SEL technologies, relay protection systems, and industry best practices
- Mentoring and assisting drafters with technical tasks
- Continuously improving processes and helping drive innovation
- Living SEL's mission to Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Associate's degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of high-voltage electrical design experience
- Experience working on protective relay control system projects
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
- Understanding of protective relay installation requirements
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
- Willingness to travel as needed
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement
- BSEE, BSET, or related engineering degree Testing and commissioning experience with protective relays, SCADA, or process control systems
- Utility, consulting, or system integration experience
- Knowledge of power system protection and automation applications
At SEL, your work directly impacts the reliability of power systems around the world. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, tackle meaningful projects, and continue growing your technical skills while helping build a safer, smarter energy future.
- Challenging and meaningful engineering work
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and technical development
- The chance to make a real-world impact on the infrastructure that powers our communities
Boise provides an exceptional balance of professional growth and quality of life. Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation, from floating the Boise River and exploring scenic hiking trails to skiing in the nearby mountains. Combined with a thriving downtown, welcoming community, and abundant sunshine, Boise is a dynamic place to build both a career and a home.
Expected hiring range: $67,700 - $98,600 annually, depending on experience, skills, and location.
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.
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 careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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