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 Power Engineer in Research and Development, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.   

As a Power Engineer, a typical day might include the following: 

Maintain a detailed understanding of electric power systems and how to protect, monitor, and control the power system. Assist in innovating power system protection solutions by developing algorithms to protect, control and monitor power system apparatus such as generators, motors, transformers, feeders etc. Assist in developing simulation models of power system in Matlab, ATPDraw, RTDS etc. to validate and test the developed algorithms.Assist in developing product specifications, develop and analyze functional tests.Assist with application literature, instruction manuals, and data sheets.Provide power engineering support for customer applications and Field Application Engineers.Author technical papers to present at technical meetings and conferences.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 or equivalent experience.You have 2+ years' experience in electric power systems, protection practices, and philosophies.You have experience working in industrial and distribution power systems, and the ability to communicate those experiences.You have working knowledge of apparatus and protective relay application at an electrical utility or industrial plant.

Location 

King of Prussia, PA

This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.

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.

Salary Range Data: We anticipate filling this position as a Power Engineer $76,100 - 118,900. 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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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.