Project Engineer II - Automation
About The Position
The Project Engineer II – Automation applies power system automation knowledge and experience with related SEL products to complete complex assignments. The role leads customer training and assistance with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of automation and/or protection systems. It also leads work assignment and implementation within agreed scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining high standards for quality and safety. The position assists with preparing and presenting proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems; mentors and develops professional staff; and may supervise as necessary. The role models, teaches, and applies SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. The automation focus includes software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires at least five years of relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and automation practices and philosophies. A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a relevant discipline is required. Domestic and international travel of at least 25% is required, based on focus area. Physical requirements are listed as none.
Requirements
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
- At least 5 years of relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and automation practices and philosophies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation, and communications applications.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology, and protective relay applications.
- Willingness to travel 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.
- Experience in an electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator setting.
- Project management experience.
- Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software.
Responsibilities
- Apply knowledge and experience of power system automation and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.
- Lead customer training and assistance with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
- Lead the assignment, completion, and implementation of work within agreed scope, schedule, and budget, while maintaining quality and safety.
- Assist in identifying, preparing, and presenting proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
- Mentor and develop professional staff; supervise as necessary.
- Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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 are also mentioned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
