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 Senior Protection & Control Designer in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As a Senior Power System Designer a typical day might include the following: 

Create protection and control scheme designs for relay replacement/SCADA upgrade projects for both greenfield and brownfield substations.

Prepare CAD drawings for protection, control and automation drawing packages including panel layout, AC/DC schematic and wiring drawings.

Provide design engineering support to project technical leads.

Prepare technical specifications for review.

Provide quality assurance review for drawing packages to ensure high quality of deliverables.

Complete assigned work within timelines and budgets with a high level of quality.

Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in SEL and industry design practices.

Lead in the mentoring and training of interns, drafters and entry level designers.

Utilize customer or SEL standards to create project designs and documentation to a high degree of quality under the general supervision of the project technical lead.

Develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of SEL equipment and solutions for electric power system protection and automation.

Develop improvements to available processes and tools and lead creation of process enhancements.

This job might be for you if you have the following:

Associate degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or relevant discipline; or possess equivalent experience for each academic year

9+ years of relevant experience with high voltage electrical design, with over five projects in protective relay controls systems.

Ability to learn concepts and technical details of products

Ability to work independently, accepting ownership of assigned responsibilities

Expert competence in CAD drafting (AUTOCAD or Microstation)

Excellent understanding of the installation requirements for protective relays of different type and function

Demonstrated presentation skills to engineering groups

Willing to travel as needed

Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Possess a BSEE, BSET or related design degree from an accredited college or university

Experience testing and commissioning protective relay, process control, and SCADA control systems

Electrical utility, consulting, or system integrator experience

Knowledge of protective relay applications and/or automation applications

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.

Salary Range

We anticipate filling this position as a Senior Designer $33.22 - $51.97 per hour. 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.