Substation Designer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee ownership

ESOP

401(k) options

Strong health/dental/vision

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. seeks a Designer in Engineering Services to create substation designs, draft CAD drawings, and support project estimates.

You will contribute to grounding, fencing, lighting, and BOM development while mentoring junior staff and expanding expertise in SEL equipment for power system protection and automation. The role supports multiple locations, with emphasis on King of Prussia, PA, and Lewis Center, OH, offering opportunities to impact critical

Qualifications

• Four plus years of relevant experience with high voltage electrical design.
• Experience in substation design or protective relay controls systems.
• Electrical utility, consulting or system integrator background.
• Knowledge of protective relay or automation applications.
• Ability to learn product concepts and details.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed substation physical and electrical designs under a technical lead.
• Prepare CAD drawings and project documentation.
• Develop drawings including general arrangements, views, plans, grounding and BOM.
• Provide design engineering support to project leads.
• Complete work within timelines and budgets with high quality.
• Develop and maintain expertise in SEL equipment and design practices.
• Mentor junior designers or drafters on technical tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of SEL solutions for protection and automation.

Skills

High voltage design

Protective relay knowledge

Automation applications

Mentoring juniors

Ability to learn concepts

Education

BSET or related design degree

Associate's in EET/CAD/Drafting

Tools

AUTOCAD

Civil 3D

Microstation

Job description

At SEL, we create digital products and solutions that protect, control, and automate power systems around the world. The devices and software we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting‑edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Designer in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

Job Responsibilities

• Creating detailed substation physical and electrical designs and support job estimates under the supervision of a technical lead.
• Preparing CAD drawings and other project documentation.
• Drawing development involving substation general arrangements, section/elevation views, conduit plans, grounding plans, fencing plans, lighting plans, foundation plans, and bill of materials.
• Providing design engineering support to project technical leads.
• Completing assigned work and submitting within timelines and budgets with a high level of quality.
• Developing and maintaining an acceptable level of expertise in SEL and industry design practices.
• Assisting and mentoring junior designers and/or drafters with technical tasks.
• Developing and maintaining an acceptable level of knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.
• Using best available processes and tools and provide feedback on process enhancements.

Qualifications

• BSET or related design degree from an accredited college or university OR associate's degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or relevant discipline; or possess equivalent experience for each academic year.
• Four plus years of relevant experience with high voltage electrical design, including several projects in substation design or protective relay controls systems.
• Electrical utility, consulting or system integrator experience.
• Application knowledge of protective relay applications and/or automation applications.
• Ability to learn concepts and technical details of products.
• Demonstrated competency in CAD drafting (AUTOCAD, Civil 3D or Microstation).

Locations

• Lewis Center, OH- This position is located in Lewis Center, OH, located 15 miles outside of downtown Columbus. Here you will enjoy all the big city has to offer, including easy access to outdoor recreation, professional sports teams, and great universities. Centrally located in Ohio and quickly growing, you won't have to look far for great dining, shopping, and entertainment. There has never been a better time to call Lewis Center home.

• King of Prussia, PA- This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.

• Alpharetta, GA- This position is located in Alpharetta, GA. The city is located between the North Georgia Mountains and Atlanta, allowing residents to enjoy the big city, and easy access to outdoor recreation. However, you won't have to look to Atlanta for big city comforts, Alpharetta is quickly growing and offers amazing shopping, dining, and entertainment.

• Charlotte, NC - This position is located in Charlotte, NC, a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the heart of North Carolina. As one of the fastest‑growing cities in the United States, it seamlessly blends its rich history with a modern and dynamic atmosphere. With an eclectic culinary scene, charming neighborhoods, and a warm southern hospitality, Charlotte exudes a unique charm that captivates residents and visitors alike.

• Wesley Chapel, FL – This position is located in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Just north of Tampa, Wesley Chapel offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and city convenience. Residents enjoy access to top-rated schools, vibrant shopping centers, and a growing food scene. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore scenic parks, nature trails, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches. With its welcoming community and dynamic growth, Wesley Chapel is an ideal place to live and work.

Compensation

Pay We base our starting pay offer on location and job‑related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Pay range for position is $25.00 - $45.00 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

Benefits

• 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.

Contact Information

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee‑owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.