Designer I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • West Lafayette, MI

9d

About The Position

The Designer I supports engineering project execution by creating detailed electrical and physical designs, developing CAD drawings and project documentation, and providing technical support to engineering teams. Working with technical leads, the Designer delivers quality design solutions on schedule and within budget while building expertise in power system protection, automation, SEL products, and industry design practices. The role is intended for someone with CAD drafting competency, technical education or equivalent experience, and a willingness to learn and collaborate.

Requirements

• Associate degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience for each academic year.
• Ability to learn product concepts and technical details.
• Ability to work with a moderate level of technical supervision and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated competency in CAD drafting using AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
• Negative drug test result(s).

Nice To Haves

• Electrical utility, consulting, or system integrator experience.
• Application knowledge of protective relay applications and/or automation applications.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed physical and electrical designs and support job estimates under the supervision of a technical lead.
• Prepare CAD drawings and other project documentation.
• Provide design engineering support to project technical leads.
• Complete assigned work within timelines and budgets and to a high standard of quality.
• Develop and maintain expertise in SEL and industry design practices.
• Assist and mentor drafters with technical tasks.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.
• Use the best available processes and tools and provide feedback on process enhancements.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
• 9 paid sick days.
• Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree