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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) · 18 hours ago

Power Systems Protection Engineer

positionLakewood, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$110K/yr - $175K/yr
date7+ years exp

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is focused on protecting the power grid and ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure. They are seeking a Power Systems Protection Engineer to design and implement protection and control schemes for electrical systems, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure system performance and safety.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement power system protection and control schemes
Create protective relay settings for utilities, substations, and industrial facilities
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field technicians
Conduct testing and commissioning to validate system performance
Champion SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing practices

Qualification

Power system protectionRelay coordinationElectrical engineeringIEEE standardsIEC standardsNERC/FERC standardsTestingCommissioningCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

A B.S. in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
7+ years of relevant experience
In-depth knowledge of protection principles, relay coordination, and power systems
Experience applying IEEE, IEC, NERC/FERC standards
A track record of solving complex protection challenges
Hands-on experience designing & implementing protection and control systems

Company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

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SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
dateFounded in 1982
location
Pullman, Washington, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.selinc.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Joey Nestegard
Executive Vice President
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Edmund O. Schweitzer
President

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