Power System Automation Engineer

• Communication network equipment 

• Configuration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs.

• Human Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client.

• Configuration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location, isolation and restoration.

• Configuration of workstations for power system analytic software

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

• Technical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers

• Joins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects

• Defines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction

  • Research of SEL equipment, third-party equipment and solutions

  • Branching into OT network solutions (Layer 1, Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow)

  • Research of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area.

• Reviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal

  • Automation Design Specifications and drawings

  • Product configurations

  • Factory testing and procedures

  • Field safety preparations and commissioning procedures

  • Service reports

• Technical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables, schedule, and project execution from design through commissioning.

This job might be for you if:  

• Understanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment)

• Ownership of schedule and a self-starter for research

• Professional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues.

• Designing of control logic schemes and network configurations

• Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC Schematics, and Bill of Materials

• Experience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus, etc.) 

• Experience with server/client SCADA applications

• Experience with design/development suite of HMI applications

• Willing to travel at least 20% of the time domestically and abroad

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with phase I/O style project management

• Experience with SEL product configurations  

• Experience with IEC-61131 programming

• Experience with Python programming

• Experience with IT/OT Network design

• Experience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark)

• Substation safety training

Physical Requirements
None

Pay Range Data -$110,000 - $150,000

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 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.

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.

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.