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 a Power Systems Automation Engineer in Sales & Customer Service you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.
As a Power Systems Automation Engineer a typical day might include the following:
- Helping customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
- Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems automation solutions and all related SEL products.
- Provide solutions to a wide variety of increasingly difficult problems and these solutions are imaginative, thorough, and practical.
- Participate and present at SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
- Teach SEL University courses.
- Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.
This job might be for you if you:
- Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Have 6+ years of experience in power systems automation and communication.
- Have relevant experience with utility/industrial power systems, focusing on automation, communications, and control, including:
SCADA fundamentals and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, SEL, IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA).
RTUs, RTACs, IEDs, SEL Relays (3XX-8XX series).
PLCs, HMIs.
Serial (EIA-232, EIA-485) and Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP) communications.
Firewalls, Security Gateways (SEL-362X).
Terminal Servers (SEL-3610), Cellular Routers (SEL-3061 or equivalent), Managed Network Switches, SDN.
IEC 61131-3 programming (Structured Text, Continuous Function Chart, Ladder Diagram).
Troubleshooting with Wireshark.
- 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.
- Enjoying solving complex problems and delighting customers.
- Are a strong communicator with excellent technical training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills.
Location
We are open to this role being located in one of the following locations:
- Columbus, GA
- Huntsville, AL
- Richmond, VA
- Little Rock, AR
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.
Salary Range Data
$84,000 - $160,000 per year. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected].
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- 6+ years of experience in power systems automation and communication
- Experience with SCADA fundamentals and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, SEL, IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA)
- Experience with RTUs, RTACs, IEDs, SEL Relays (3XX-8XX series)
- Experience with PLCs and HMIs
- Serial (EIA-232, EIA-485) and Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP) communications experience
- Experience with firewalls and security gateways (SEL-362X)
- Familiarity with terminal servers (SEL-3610), cellular routers (SEL-3061 or equivalent), managed network switches, SDN
- IEC 61131-3 programming (Structured Text, Continuous Function Chart, Ladder Diagram)
- Troubleshooting experience with Wireshark
- Strong technical communication, training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
