Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

Associate Project Engineer - Commissioning

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)  •  $84k - $124k/yr  •  Pullman, WA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

As a Project Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

  • Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system focus area*

  • Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.

  • Complete assigned work using established procedures and working under immediate supervision.

  • Complete assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

  • Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions

  • Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area.

  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

  • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • College coursework in electric power and/or controls (power system protection, symmetrical components, programming, control systems)

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

  • Work experience in electric utilities, industrial plants, communications, computer programming, or construction

Focus Area = Commissioning

  • Commissioning = perform commissioning and site acceptance testing in the field, train and assist customers with installation, commissioning and operation of devices. Up to 80% travel.

Pullman, WA- SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

This position is also open to Houston, TX.

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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.

Pay Range Data

Associate Project Engineer: $84,000 — $124,000.

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more 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

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.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Legacy

Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 173 countries around the world.

Customer Focus

From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service.

Impact

SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners.

Follow us to learn more about the latest innovations and insights in the industry as we make the power grid and the critical devices within it smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Pullman, WA
Year Founded
1982
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