Application Engineer - System Protection - Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

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 an Application Engineer, you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As an Application Engineer - Protection a typical day might include the following:

• Maintain and improve knowledge of power systems, protection, and all related SEL products.
  
• Help customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and telephone contact.
  
• Applies principles, theories, standard techniques, and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of problems.
  
• Participates in SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences.
  
• Publishes application guides, notes, template guides, software tools, and/or technical conference papers.
  

This job might be for you if:

• You possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent engineering degree)
  
• Typically 2+ years of experience in power systems, industry practices, and protection
  
• Ability to write and speak English coherently
  
• Listens carefully; provides positive, helpful and professional communication to internal and external customers in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances.
  
• Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Experiments to find new solutions.
  
• Creates a positive and motivating working environment for all.
  

Location

This position has the option to be located in a few different offices. Boerne, TX. Fairview Heights, IL.

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.
  

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as an Application Engineer $69,100 - $108.100 We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay 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.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.