Power System Controls Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Labs • King Of Prussia, PA

68d • $85,000 - $140,000

About The Position

As a Power System Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for providing expert technical support and power system automation solutions. Your role will involve teaching, advising, and supporting customers to ensure the reliability and safety of power grids. At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL), our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our company prides itself on embracing the values of quality, reliability, integrity, and excellent customer service. We were named as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and among the top Best Workplaces for Baby Boomers. Working at SEL means having the opportunity to explore different career options - from customer service, sales, technical support, to management. We encourage professional development because when you are your best, that is when we are our best. So, what do you say? Ready to take the next step?

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with power system automation and controls.
• Relevant work experience and knowledge of communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850 and GOOSE.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies.
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Python programming and .NET Core development.
• 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.
• A passion for teaching others for their growth and for yours.
• Enjoy applying creativity to your engineering solutions every day.
• Enjoy every day being different versus every day being predictable.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems automation solutions and all related SEL products.
• Helping customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
• Applying principles, theories, standard techniques, and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of problems.
• Contributing to product specifications, application and testing software, and literature.
• Participating in SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
• Supporting SEL products and solution troubleshooting to get to root cause of a problem.
• Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.

Benefits

• 100% employee owned with an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 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.
• Growth and development opportunities through 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
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees