Automation & SCADA Integration Customer Support Engineer at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

If you want to start a career, working with experts in the field, helping you to become an expert yourself, this is a great opportunity for you.


In this role, you will assist numerous customers, just as demonstrated in our video:


SCADA in West Texas - YouTube


Your mission will be to help our customers to successfully automate tasks in the power system environment and beyond!



This job might be for you if:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent engineering degree)
  
  

• You can write and speak English clearly and coherently, listen attentively, and provide positive, helpful, and professional communication to both internal and external customers. You maintain composure and professionalism under challenging circumstances.
  
  

• You can take on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Experiment to find new solutions.
  
  

• You can create a positive and motivating working environments for all and the ability to cooperatively work in a team.
  
  

• You can provide technical training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills.
  
  

• You can direct daily work activities with general supervision.
  
  

• You model high standards of honesty and integrity.
  
  

• Ability to travel up to 30%
  
  

A typical day might include the following:

• Maintain and improve knowledge of power systems, SCADA, integration system automation, and all related SEL products.
  
  

• Help customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
  
  

• Applies principles, theories, standard techniques, and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of problems.
  
  

• Engineering Development Program graduate, where applicable.
  
  

• Contributes to product specifications, application and testing software, and literature.
  
  

• Participates in SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
  
  

• Can teach SEL University courses within core area.
  
  

• Publishes application guides, notes, template guides, software tools, and/or technical conference papers.
  
  

• Increasing contributions through customer feedback process, IMI teams, and contributing entries to AE FAQ or knowledge database.
  
  

You will interact with a diverse range of customers, solving technical problems and teaching the best solutions through various channels.



Keywords for you: DNP3, IEC 61850, SCADA, programming Logic.



Preferred Location




Boerne, TX



Enjoy a great mix of small- town charm and outdoor adventure right outside San Antonio, TX. Starting at the historic Main Street with unique shops and local restaurants. Enjoy easy access to outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and exploring the Texas Hill Country. The town is known for its excellent schools and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live and work.



Other location




Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work.



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




Boerne, TX



Associate Application Engineer $69,100 - $118,910. Application Engineer $79,400- $124,000. (etc.) 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.



Houston, TX



Associate Application Engineer $76,010 - $118,910. Application Engineer $87,340- $136,400. (etc.) 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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