Project Engineer I 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 automationpractices 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

Saudi Arabia - Khobar

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.