Power Systems Protection Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $108,000 - $159,000

About The Position

Apply advanced knowledge of electric power systems and related technologies to complete complex engineering assignments. Lead the design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of protection and automation systems. Serve as a technical leader for projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards. Provide technical training and support to customers during project implementation and operation. Participate in developing technical proposals, project estimates, and customer solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and develop engineering solutions. Mentor and develop engineers and other technical professionals, providing leadership and supervision when needed. Promote company values, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, and support business objectives through innovation, problem-solving, and customer-focused service. Perform other duties as assigned.

The role requires domestic and international travel of at least 25%, depending on area of specialization, and successful completion of required background screening and drug testing. New hires generally start between $108,000 and $159,000; starting pay depends on location and job-related factors such as experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in electric power systems engineering or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of power system protection, control, automation, communications, and integration technologies.
• Experience with power system design, studies, protective relay applications, and communication systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing business needs.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally at least 25%, depending on area of specialization.
• Successful completion of required background screening and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent industry certification.
• Experience supporting electric utilities, industrial facilities, consulting engineering firms, or system integrators.
• Project management experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Experience with project tracking and management software such as Vision or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced electric power systems knowledge to complete complex engineering assignments.
• Lead design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of protection and automation systems.
• Provide technical leadership for projects and ensure delivery is safe, on schedule, within budget, and meets quality standards.
• Provide technical training and customer support during project implementation and operation.
• Participate in developing technical proposals, project estimates, and customer solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and develop engineering solutions.
• Mentor and develop engineers and other technical professionals; provide leadership and supervision when needed.
• Promote company values, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Support business objectives through innovation, problem-solving, and customer-focused service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employee ownership, including an employer-funded 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: Mid Level