Senior Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Upper Merion Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Power System Protection Engineer to join our Engineering Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power systems by designing, testing, implementing, and effective protection and control schemes. Your expertise in relay protection and controls, relay coordination, and power systems will provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide. Up to 25% travel to customer sites to scope, commission, and implement protection and control changes. This job might be for you if you: Have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree is preferred. Have 8+ years of experience in distribution and transmission. Demonstrated experience of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques. Demonstrated experience with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations. Are familiar with designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting. Have demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges. 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. Pay Range Data $160,600-$200,300 We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our 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. 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. Communication with Applicants 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. 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.

Requirements

Have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Have 8+ years of experience in distribution and transmission.
Demonstrated experience of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques.
Demonstrated experience with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations.
Are familiar with designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting.
Have demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems, including relay protection and control systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and technicians, to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies accordingly.
Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes.
Familiarizing with other aspects of the company such as proposal development and project management.
Up to 25% travel to customer sites to scope, commission, and implement protection and control changes.

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.