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 Engineering Services, 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:  

• Designing automation solutions for utility and industrial customers

• Working alongside Project Managers, Technical Leads, and Engineers from other focus areas  

• Working with utilities and industrial customers on distribution automation control projects

• Substation automation and data concentration projects

• Extensive networking and programming  

• Commissioning projects in the field 

This job might be for you if: 

• You have extensive experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming and development, configuring IT/OT networks, and experience with SEL relays, controllers, or equivalent products

• You have experience working with industry standard communication protocols such as IEC-61850, DNP, and Modbus  

• You understand and have experience with SCADA systems 

• You have experience working with HMI packages like, Wonderware, COPA-DATA Zenon, Ignition etc.

• You have 0+ years of power systems automation experience 

• You have programming experience in IEC-61131, python or other high-level languages

• You have experience in programming Level 2 and Level 3 network devices

• You are willing to travel 25%-30%  

Location  

This position is located in Alpharetta, GA. The city is located between the North Georgia Mountains and Atlanta, allowing residents to enjoy the big city, and easy access to outdoor recreation. However, you won't have to look to Atlanta for big city comforts, Alpharetta is quickly growing and offers amazing shopping, dining, and entertainment.

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 Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer I $66,500 - $104,000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary 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.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.