Network Engineer - Power Systems (OT) at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Wesley Chapel, Florida

Job Description:

As a Network Engineer - Power Systems (OT), you will be responsible for providing expert technical support and power system automation solutions. Your role will involve teaching, advising, and supporting customers to ensure the reliability and safety of power grids.


At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL), our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our company prides itself on embracing the values of quality, reliability, integrity, and excellent customer service. We were named as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and among the top Best Workplaces for Baby Boomers. Working at SEL means having the opportunity to explore different career options - from customer service, sales, technical support, to management. We encourage professional development because when you are your best, that is when we are our best. So, what do you say? Ready to take the next step?



As a Network Engineer - Power Systems (OT), a typical day might include:

• Knowledge and understanding of SONET technology, multiplexers, and legacy TDM interface e.g. C37.94, Async (EIA232)


• Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems communications such as fiber links, radio connections, IP systems, switches, routers, LAN/WAN networks, servers, and TCP/IP.


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


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


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


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


• Supporting SEL products and solution troubleshooting to get to root cause of a problem


• Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.

This role might be for you if you...

• Desire to learn how the power system transmits and receives information between protective devices and the operational systems.


• Desire to be involved in the cutting-edge technology of communication technology and protocols.


• Are familiar with fiber optic, microwave and spread-spectrum radio.


• Have experience with wired protection and control network communications systems, including TDM and Ethernet technologies, communications test sets and analyzers, time synchronization and distribution, and industry network design and security practices


• Have a passion for teaching others for their growth and for yours


• Enjoy applying creativity to your engineering solutions everyday


• Enjoy every day being different versus everyday being predictable

We are looking for someone with preferred qualifications and abilities:

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.


• A minimum of 5 years of experience with power system automation and controls


• Relevant work experience and knowledge of wired protection and control network communications systems, fiber optic, microwave and spread-spectrum radio.


• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers.


• Strong communication and presentation skills.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies.


• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Location



We are open to this position sitting in the following locations:

• Tampa, FL (Wesley Chapel)


• Charlotte, NC


• Atlanta, GA (Alpharetta)


• Columbus, GA


• Dothan, AL


• Prattville, AL


• Jackson, MS

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



$80,000 - $140,000 per year. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer 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. Apply Now