Power System Automation Engineer

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is focused on making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. As a Power Systems Engineer- Automation projects focus on data collection of system IEDs, logic controls, and the presentation of data for the customer to monitor and control their power system. Utilizing real-time logic controllers and communication equipment, the SEL Automation engineer owns the planning, design, development, testing and commissioning of the project. Projects often include, but are not limited to: - Communication network equipment  - Configuration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs. - Human Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client. - Configuration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location, isolation and restoration. - Configuration of workstations for power system analytic software

As an Automation Engineer, a typical day might include the following:    - Technical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers - Joins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects - Defines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction - Research of SEL equipment, third-party equipment and solutions - Branching into OT network solutions (Layer 1, Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow) - Research of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area. - Reviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal - Automation Design Specifications and drawings - Product configurations - Factory testing and procedures - Field safety preparations and commissioning procedures - Service reports - Technical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables, schedule, and project execution from design through commissioning.

This job might be for you if:    - Understanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment) - Ownership of schedule and a self-starter for research - Professional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues. - Designing of control logic schemes and network configurations - Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC Schematics, and Bill of Materials - Experience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus, etc.)  - Experience with server/client SCADA applications - Experience with design/development suite of HMI applications - Willing to travel at least 20% of the time domestically and abroad

Preferred Qualifications - Experience with phase I/O style project management - Experience with SEL product configurations   - Experience with IEC-61131 programming - Experience with Python programming - Experience with IT/OT Network design - Experience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark) - Substation safety training

Physical Requirements None

Pay Range Data - $110,000 - $150,000

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Engineer level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

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

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.