Senior SPS Engineer & Strategic Technology Lead

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 209,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Excellent benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the integration of customer needs, market opportunities, and technical innovation in Special Protection Systems (SPS).

The role bridges customers, Marketing, Product Management, Sales, and Engineering Services to transform ideas into differentiated products that deliver value and growth. The position emphasizes leadership in SPS, mentoring engineers, and influencing strategy, with extensive travel as needed to

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or applicable discipline.
• 15+ years in electric power systems or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel per business need.

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery and advancement of SPS and related technologies.
• Translate market opportunities into product requirements and roadmaps.
• Influence product strategy, roadmaps, and value propositions.
• Drive customer adoption and market growth through engagement and feedback.
• Educate audiences on SEL capabilities and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Public speaking

Writing

Travel readiness

System architecture

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Engineering

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the integration of customer needs, market opportunities, and technical innovation in Special Protection Systems (SPS).

The role bridges customers, Marketing, Product Management, Sales, and Engineering Services to transform ideas into differentiated products that deliver value and growth. The position emphasizes leadership in SPS, mentoring engineers, and influencing strategy, with extensive travel as needed to