Project Engineer - Protection

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Pullman, WA

37d•$88,400 - $164,800•Hybrid

About The Position

SEL Engineering Services is seeking a Project Engineer - Proposals to lead the technical evaluation and development of customer proposals for complex power system and automation projects. In this role, you will review customer RFQ documents, evaluate bid/no-bid opportunities, develop project work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow projections, and preliminary project schedules. You will leverage a strong understanding of SEL's Engineering Services portfolio to develop comprehensive technical solutions and collaborate with Contracts to finalize commercial terms and conditions. This position requires a strategic, technically skilled professional who can effectively lead proposal development efforts, support customer engagement, and contribute to successful project execution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with electric power systems or industrial automation system practices.
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration, automation, and communications applications.
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology (ICT), and protective relay applications.
Ability to work on multiple solutions simultaneously
Proven ability to lead and supervise project teams.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%, depending on project and focus area requirements.
Satisfactory background check results.
Successful completion of required drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification.
Experience with an electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering firm, or system integrator.
Project management experience.
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead and actively participate in complex project conceptual design, detailed design, execution, development, and support activities across multiple projects and focus areas.
Identify, prepare, and present successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
Review customer RFQs and technical specifications to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Lead project teams in resolving customer concerns and fostering long-term customer satisfaction.
Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
Develop project work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow forecasts, and preliminary schedules.
Collaborate with Contracts and other cross-functional teams to finalize project terms and conditions.
Mentor and develop professional staff and provide supervision when required.
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
Embrace SEL's philosophy: Understand. Create. Simplify.
Perform other duties as assigned.