Product Engineer - Power Systems

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a Product Engineer. If you enjoy the challenge of providing technical support to support field offices, technical writing to document all enhancements, and the opportunity to support new product development, this position is for you!

As a Product Engineer, a typical day might include the following:  

• Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of specific product line(s), product applications, competition, and markets. Analyze competitor products and prepare technical product comparison reports.

•  Serve as primary technical contact to sales, marketing, operations, and others as required for in-service product support.

•  Participate in specifying product requirements, and work closely with Product Managers to ensure product features and functionality meet the customer/market needs.

•  Work with development engineers and product managers to prioritize development activities to meet customer needs while accomplishing objectives.

•  Prepare product documentation including data sheets, flyers, instruction manuals, guide form specifications, release notes, and service bulletins.

•  Perform product validation testing and approve validation results.

•  Participate in industry technical meetings and conferences. Prepare and present technical product presentations.

•  Maintain an end user system operational understanding of how specific technology families are used and have a clear understanding of the functional priority.

•  Assist with developing and creating concept documents or drawings associated with new product ideas to be developed within R&D.

This job might be for you if: 

• You have a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering

• You have 2+ years of working knowledge of electric power or industrial system integration and automation practices and philosophies

• You have 2+ years of technical marketing experience

• Excellent technical and marketing presentation and writing skills

• Knowledge of product life cycle planning and market positioning

• Willing to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management and/or project technical leadership

• Experience with electric utility relays and telecommunications

• Specifying graphical user interface

Location  

Butte, MT - Butte, Montana, is a city with a rich history and vibrant culture. Known as "Butte America," it is located in Silver Bow County and is the fifth-largest city in Montana. Butte is a fascinating blend of history, culture, and outdoor adventure. Whether you're interested in its mining heritage or looking for recreational activities, there's something for everyone in Butte.

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.

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Product Engineer $85,000 - $108,000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay 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.