Project Engineer II/III - Automation

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Project Engineer II/III focusing on Automation. The role involves applying knowledge of power system automation and SEL products to complex assignments, leading customer training and system implementation, and contributing to proposal development. The engineer will mentor staff, model company values, and ensure work is completed within scope, schedule, and budget with high quality and safety standards. The position is located in Irvine, CA.

Requirements

B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and focus area practices and philosophies
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications
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
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification
Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Responsibilities

Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system automation and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.
Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
Understand. Create. Simplify.
Other duties as assigned.