Automation Engineer - Associate/Lead at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Pullman, Washington

Job Description:

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

Research and document new ideas and write new product specifications.


Develop application notes, white papers, technical reports, and conference and journal papers on innovative applications or ideas.


Conduct competitive product analysis.


Maintain a working knowledge of SEL products or solutions and a perspective of industry practices/trends.


Protect SEL Intellectual Property by writing patent and copyright applications.



This job might be for you if:



B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related or equivalent experience


Working knowledge of at least one of the following:

• electric power systems and practices and philosophies
  
  


• utility automation and control systems
  
  


• utility grade communication schemes
  
  


• digital signal processing practices
  
  


• statistical analysis and data analytic techniques
  
  

Excellent technical training skills


Experience with simulation software to analyze power system transients, load flow, and short circuit studies


Knowledge of power system analysis, power system protection and power system stability


Experience with analytical tool (Matlab, Simulink, etc)


Willing to travel 25%



Preferred Qualifications



Cross-disciplinary knowledge of:

• Electric power systems and practices and philosophies
  
  


• Utility automation and control systems
  
  


• Utility grade communication schemes
  
  


• Digital signal processing practices
  
  

Location




Pullman, WA- SEL's 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 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 an Associate Power Engineer $60,800 -$95,000. Power Engineer $69,100 -$108,100. Lead Power Engineer $79,400 -$124,000.


We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary 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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