Automation Engineer - Power Systems

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 an Automation Engineer in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As an Automation Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Develop and maintain a proficient level of expertise in the detail design practices of SEL protection and automation systems.
• Develop and maintain a proficient level of knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions to electric power system protection and automation applications.
• RTAC/PLC programming and checkouts
• Programming and applying SCADA application packages(Wonderware, Copadata Zenon, Citect, RTAC HMI, etc.)
• Quality assurance and quality control checks
• Commissioning (25%+ of the time)
• Leading and supporting automation specific projects
• Applying your understanding of relay and PLC AC/DC schematic and power system one lines
• Designing LAN for utility/industrial applications
• Communication architecture definition

This job might be for you if:

• You have a B.S. degree in electrical engineering or relevant discipline
• You have a good understanding of electrical power systems or industrial automation system practices
• You have a basic knowledge of system protection, integration, and automation application
• You are autonomous and self sufficient
• You communicate openly and willingly
• You are flexible and open to broadness
• You have or are willing to dive into SEL products
• You are willing to travel 25% of the time
• You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electric power transmission, distribution, and/or generation systems
• Working knowledge of electric power systems and protective relay applications
• Experience with SCADA and PLC applications

Location

Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work.

This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry. Join Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, a company of innovators, inventors & problem solvers to continue building the most innovate and safety-critical products so that future generations have the means to pursue an increasingly higher quality of life. Apply today!

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 401K 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.

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer - Automation:

Project Engineer II - Automation: $87,000.00 - $136,000.00.

Project Engineer III - Automation: $100,000.00 - $157,000.00

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 salary 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.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.