Power Systems Automation Engineer

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 Systems Automation Engineer in Sales & Customer Service you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As a Power Systems Automation Engineer a typical day might include the following:

• Helping customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
• Maintaining and improving knowledge of power systems automation solutions and all related SEL products.
• Provide solutions to a wide variety of increasingly difficult problems and these solutions are imaginative, thorough, and practical.
• Participate and present at SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
• Teach SEL University courses.
• Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.

This job might be for you if you:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Have 6+ years of experience in power systems automation and communication.
• Have relevant experience with utility/industrial power systems, focusing on automation, communications, and control, including:

• • SCADA fundamentals and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, SEL, IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA).

  • RTUs, RTACs, IEDs, SEL Relays (3XX-8XX series).

  • PLCs, HMIs.

  • Serial (EIA-232, EIA-485) and Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP) communications.

  • Firewalls, Security Gateways (SEL-362X).

  • Terminal Servers (SEL-3610), Cellular Routers (SEL-3061 or equivalent), Managed Network Switches, SDN.

  • IEC 61131-3 programming (Structured Text, Continuous Function Chart, Ladder Diagram).

  • Troubleshooting with Wireshark.

• 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.
• Enjoying solving complex problems and delighting customers.
• Are a strong communicator with excellent technical training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills. ​
• Have the ability to travel 25%.

Location

This position is located in Columbus, GA. For more senior level candidates, we would also consider Huntsville, AL; Little Rock, AR; or Richmond, VA.

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 401(k) 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

$84,000 - $160,000 per year. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.