Integration & Automation Engineer
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Job Info

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The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As an Integration & Automation Engineer in Research and Development you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As an Integration & Automation Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Maintain advanced technical knowledge and skills to contribute to the development and enhancement of integration and automation features in SEL products.
  
• Define, develop and analyze product specifications, functional tests, and system validation processes.
  
• Diagnose customer reported problems with integration and communication features and document issues for developers.
  
• Provide technical and market analysis to evaluate proposed products or enhancements.
  
• Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians.
  

This job might be for you if:

• You have a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
  
• You have demonstrated experience with serial, Ethernet, and multiple communication protocols and their application in an electrical power system environment.
  
• You have 2+ years of experience in setup and configuration of a broad range of network devices and interfaces.
  
• You have 2+ years of experience at an electric utility, industrial plant, or engineering firm.
  
• You have the ability to work effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
  
• You have 2+ years of experience in electric power SCADA or EMS practices.
  
• You have experience contributing to product development teams.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Typically 2+ years of experience in electric power SCADA or EMS practices
  
• Knowledge of industrial controls and PLCs
  
• Knowledge of 3-phase and electric power systems
  
• Electric utility telecommunications experience
  
• Familiarity with and application of any of the following protocols: IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, PRP, IEEE 1588
  
• Knowledge of electric utility protection practices
  
• Working knowledge of SEL products and protocols
  

Location:

Spokane Valley, WA-This position is located in Spokane Valley, WA, where you are minutes from a vast array of outdoor activities to enjoy. Beautiful lakes, rivers, and mountains with dozens of hiking trails and miles of biking trails to choose from. A small-town feel, but just minutes from downtown entertainment, dining and shopping in both Spokane, WA and nearby Coeur d'Alene, ID. The perfect place to live if you want the best of both worlds -- small town feel with a little city.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
  
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
  

We anticipate filling this position as an Integration & Automation Engineer $75,000 - $108,000. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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