The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Firmware Engineer you will help design and implement the systems that ensure the embedded firmware in these devices performs as specified to provide protection for critical infrastructure and power systems worldwide. 

As a Firmware Engineer a typical day might include the following:   

Contribute to the specification, design, implementation, and test of firmware/software systems. 

Understand hardware and software interactions and collaborate with Hardware Engineers. 

Contribute to the development of designs and test documentation. 

Mentor Engineers, Associate Engineers, and Technicians. 

Serve as a technical contact for internal customers. 

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

This job might be for you if:  

You have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent 

You have 2+ years’ experience in embedded systems development including: 

Embedded Linux 

Real-time firmware design 

Inter-process communication 

Relational database interaction 

Object oriented programming and design 

Programming languages (C/C++, C#, Python, Delphi, Java)  

Other scripting languages 

Automated tests 

You have experience in one or more of the following areas: 

Network communication protocols 

Industrial controls 

Digital communications and signal processing 

Preferred Experience: 

Network routing/firewall 

Common Vulnerability and Exposure analysis 

Cybersecurity principles and best practices 

Specification, design, and test writing 

Location Information

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.

We anticipate filling this position as a Firmware Engineer $70,000 - $108,000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. 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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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.