Project Engineer II - Studies

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • Lakewood, CO

2d • $107,600 - $161,500

About The Position

The Project Engineer II - Studies applies knowledge and experience in power system studies and 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 engineer assists with preparing and presenting proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems, and mentors and develops professional staff, with possible supervisory duties. The role models, teaches, and applies SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. The Studies focus area requires demonstrated experience using PSSE, ETAP, and/or RTDS, along with strong electrical power systems knowledge. Domestic and international travel of at least 25% is required, based on focus area.

The position is targeted at the Project Engineer II level, although applicants may be considered for a different level based on their background. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as experience, training, knowledge, and skills. The target-level annual pay range is $107,600–$161,500; the lower-level range is $89,400–$134,100, and the higher-level range is $129,200–$193,900.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and studies 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 at least 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 environment.
• Project management experience.
• Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software.
• For the Studies focus area: demonstrated experience using PSSE, ETAP, and/or RTDS, and strong electrical power systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Apply power system studies and related SEL product knowledge 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, with a high level of 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level