Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.

Power Systems Automation Engineer

Columbus, GA, US • Posted 5 days ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $84,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year
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Skills

  • Embedded Systems
  • Cyber Security
  • GRID
  • Demonstrations
  • Marketing
  • Sales
  • Electrical Engineering
  • SCADA
  • Modbus
  • Intellectual Property
  • IP
  • OPC
  • HMIS
  • Ethernet
  • TCP/IP
  • UDP
  • Firewall
  • Servers
  • Cellular
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Wireshark
  • Technical Training
  • Writing
  • Customer Service
  • Augmented Reality
  • Insurance
  • Training
  • Communication
  • SPAM

Summary

The devices 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 Power Systems Automation Engineer in Sales & Customer Service you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As a Power Systems Automation Engineer a typical day might include the following:

  • Helping customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
  • Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems automation solutions and all related SEL products.
  • Provide solutions to a wide variety of increasingly difficult problems and these solutions are imaginative, thorough, and practical.
  • Participate and present at SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
  • Teach SEL University courses.
  • Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.

This job might be for you if you:

  • Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Have 6+ years of experience in power systems automation and communication.
  • Have relevant experience with utility/industrial power systems, focusing on automation, communications, and control, including:

    • SCADA fundamentals and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, SEL, IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA).

    • RTUs, RTACs, IEDs, SEL Relays (3XX-8XX series).

    • PLCs, HMIs.

    • Serial (EIA-232, EIA-485) and Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP) communications.

    • Firewalls, Security Gateways (SEL-362X).

    • Terminal Servers (SEL-3610), Cellular Routers (SEL-3061 or equivalent), Managed Network Switches, SDN.

    • IEC 61131-3 programming (Structured Text, Continuous Function Chart, Ladder Diagram).

    • Troubleshooting with Wireshark.

  • Desire to learn how the power system transmits and receives information between protective devices and the operational systems.
  • Desire to be involved in the cutting-edge technology of communication technology and protocols.
  • Enjoying solving complex problems and delighting customers.
  • Are a strong communicator with excellent technical training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills.

Location

We are open to this role being located in one of the following locations:
  • Columbus, GA
  • Huntsville, AL
  • Richmond, VA
  • Little Rock, AR

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.

Salary Range Data

$84,000 - $160,000 per year. 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.
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