Project Engineer 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 days 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 a minimum of 25% based on focus area

• 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

South Africa Centurion

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.