Project Engineer II - Automation

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides complete power system protection, control, monitoring, automation, security and integration for utilities and industries worldwide. We are looking for a Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support to customers. A successful candidate must have knowledge and experience of power system automation software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices, and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.

This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry.

As a Project Engineer - Automation, a typical day's responsibilities might include the following: 

• Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system automation software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices, and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.

• Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.

• Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.

• Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.

• Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.

• Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

• Understand. Create. Simplify.

• Other duties as assigned.

This job might be for you if: 

• B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

• 5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and automation practices and philosophies

• Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications

• Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications

• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally

• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Background check results satisfactory to SEL

• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification

• Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience

• Project management experience

• Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Location  

India - Bengaluru

Why SEL? 
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. 

We provide and take care of our employees with outstanding benefits, competitive pay, challenging work, and a rewarding career.

• Top tier medical aid, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• Varied leave plans like annual leaves, sick leaves, parental leaves etc. to maintain a healthy life balance

• Developmental programs like tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses and engineering development programs (EDP). 

• Wellbeing benefit like free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• International Travel Medical and Security Assistance to assist our traveling employees and accompanying family members worldwide

• Pension contribution

Pay Range Data
We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.