As a Network Engineer – Power Systems (OT), you will be responsible for providing expert technical support and power system automation solutions. Your role will involve teaching, advising, and supporting customers to ensure the reliability and safety of power grids.
At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL), our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our company prides itself on embracing the values of quality, reliability, integrity, and excellent customer service. We were named as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and among the top Best Workplaces for Baby Boomers. Working at SEL means having the opportunity to explore different career options – from customer service, sales, technical support, to management. We encourage professional development because when you are your best, that is when we are our best. So, what do you say? Ready to take the next step?
As a Network Engineer – Power Systems (OT), a typical day might include:
- Knowledge and understanding of SONET technology, multiplexers, and legacy TDM interface e.g. C37.94, Async (EIA232)
- Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems communications such as fiber links, radio connections, IP systems, switches, routers, LAN/WAN networks, servers, and TCP/IP.
- Helping customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
- Applying principles, theories, standard techniques, and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of problems.
- Contributing to product specifications, application and testing software, and literature.
- Participating in SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
- Supporting SEL products and solution troubleshooting to get to root cause of a problem
- Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.
This role might be for you if you…
- Desire to learn how the power system transmits and receives information between protective devices and the operational systems.
- Desire to be involved in the cutting-edge technology of communication technology and protocols.
- Are familiar with fiber optic, microwave and spread-spectrum radio.
- Have experience with wired protection and control network communications systems, including TDM and Ethernet technologies, communications test sets and analyzers, time synchronization and distribution, and industry network design and security practices
- Have a passion for teaching others for their growth and for yours
- Enjoy applying creativity to your engineering solutions everyday
- Enjoy every day being different versus everyday being predictable
We are looking for someone with the following qualification:
- A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred
- A minimum of 3 years of experience with power system automation and controls
- Relevant work experience and knowledge of wired protection and control network communications systems, fiber optic, microwave and spread-spectrum radio
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- The ability to travel 25%
Location
We are open to this position being located in one of the following locations:
- King of Prussia, PA
- Nashua, NH
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 401(k) 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.
Pay Range Data
$84,200 - $160,000 per year. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Master's degree in relevant field
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with power system automation and controls
- Knowledge and understanding of SONET technology and multiplexers
- Familiarity with legacy TDM interfaces (e.g., C37.94) and Async (EIA232)
- Experience with fiber optic, microwave, and spread-spectrum radio communications
- Experience with wired protection and control network communications systems, TDM and Ethernet technologies
- Experience with IP systems, switches, routers, LAN/WAN, servers, and TCP/IP/Ethernet
- Experience using communications test sets and protocol analyzers
- Knowledge of time synchronization and distribution methods
- Familiarity with industry network design and security practices
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Excellent problem-solving skills and desire to learn new technologies
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to travel approximately 25%
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) and has not been reviewed or approved by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL).
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as comprehensive, with the employer covering a significant share of premiums. Feedback suggests on-site clinics, EAP, and wellness programs further strengthen day-to-day health support at major campuses.
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Retirement Support — Employee ownership through an ESOP is positioned as a meaningful long-term benefit for full-time employees. Feedback suggests many view the ownership model and retirement programs as strong components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and sick time are characterized as generous alongside company holidays and special leave options. Feedback suggests time off begins accruing immediately and supports key life events.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Insights
What We Do
SEL serves the power industry worldwide through the design, manufacture, supply and support of products and services for power system protection, monitoring, control, automation, communications and metering. For more than 30 years, SEL has offered unmatched local technical support, a 10‐year, worldwide warranty and a commitment to making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical.
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