Our Engineering team designs and delivers reliable, secure, and innovative technology for critical infrastructure around the world. SEL engineers work on high-impact systems and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
As a Senior Automation Engineer with a SCADA focus, you will lead the design, integration, and implementation of advanced SCADA solutions while serving as a technical advisor to customers, project teams, and engineering colleagues. You will apply your expertise in automation, communications, and control systems to deliver high-quality solutions that support critical operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design, develop, configure, and support SCADA systems for electric utility, industrial, and critical infrastructure applications.
Design and develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications to provide secure and effective operator interaction with monitored systems.
Design SCADA systems that include databases, point mappings, alarm configurations, historian systems, and communication interfaces.
Configure and integrate Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), and other field devices into SCADA environments.
Develop, test, and maintain communication interfaces utilizing DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, ICCP/TASE.2, OPC UA, and related industry protocols.
Participate in system integration, validation, troubleshooting and support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
Design and support implementation of SCADA network architectures including Ethernet, serial, fiber optic, radio, and wide area communication systems.
Design and support Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and microgrid applications.
Develop systems for designing operational dashboards, alarm management strategies, historian reports, and real-time system monitoring tools.
Analyze system performance, diagnose communication and operational issues, and implement corrective actions.
Participate in the development and review of technical specifications, functional requirements, system architecture documents, and engineering drawings.
Provide technical training, support, and consultation to customers and internal teams.
Complete assigned tasks according to schedule and budget, while maintaining a high level of quality and customer satisfaction.
Promote cybersecurity best practices and support compliance requirements for operational technology environments.
Embrace the mindset: Understand. Create. Simplify.
Required Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Typically 10+ years of relevant experience with SCADA, industrial control systems, automation systems, or utility operational technology environments.
Working knowledge of SCADA architecture, HMI development, historian systems, and alarm management.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, and industrial communications systems.
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols including DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870, OPC UA, and ICCP/TASE.2.
Experience with Ethernet networks, TCP/IP communications, switches, routers, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Strong technical presentation, documentation, and communication skills.
Willingness to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with utility SCADA systems, EMS, DMS, OMS, or ADMS platforms.
- Experience with AVEVA/Wonderware, OSI Monarch, Ignition, GE iFIX, GE CIMPLICITY, Siemens WinCC, VTScada, FactoryTalk, Spectrum Power, or related SCADA platforms.
- Working knowledge of electric power systems, substations, and protective relay applications.
- Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
- Knowledge of NERC CIP, NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 62443, or other OT cybersecurity standards.
- Experience with historian systems, reporting solutions, and data analytics platforms.
- Experience in customer service, technical support, or consulting roles.
Location
Pullman, WA- SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
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
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Senior Engineer level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Senior Engineer: $160,600 - $214,100 annually
Development Lead Engineer: $136,100 - $181,500 annually
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
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Typically 10+ years of relevant experience with SCADA, industrial control systems, automation systems, or utility operational technology environments
- Working knowledge of SCADA architecture, HMI development, historian systems, and alarm management
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, and industrial communications systems
- Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols including DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870, OPC UA, and ICCP/TASE.2
- Experience with Ethernet networks, TCP/IP communications, switches, routers, firewalls, and VPN technologies
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
- Strong technical presentation, documentation, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel as required
- Experience with utility SCADA systems, EMS, DMS, OMS, or ADMS platforms
- Experience with AVEVA/Wonderware, OSI Monarch, Ignition, GE iFIX, GE CIMPLICITY, Siemens WinCC, VTScada, FactoryTalk, or Spectrum Power
- Working knowledge of electric power systems, substations, and protective relay applications
- Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities
- Knowledge of NERC CIP, NIST SP 800-82, ISA/IEC 62443, or other OT cybersecurity standards
- Experience with historian systems, reporting solutions, and data analytics platforms
- Experience in customer service, technical support, or consulting roles
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.
