Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Infrastructure Defense Division seeks a talented individual for a power focused Associate Research Engineer through Lead Research Engineer opportunity. The work we perform is some of the most fascinating, challenging, and rewarding that can be found in the power engineering community.

　　Note: United States Citizenship is required.

　　As an Associate Research Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

　　Researching power systems phenomena

　　EMTP Modeling

　　Hardware-in-the-loop Testing

　　Assisting in designing, prototyping, and documenting technologies for applications in SEL products or solutions.

　　Assisting engineers in research and writing new ideas and functional specifications.

　　Attend onsite meetings and presentations at customer facilities

　　This job might be for you if:

　　B.S. in Electrical Engineering

　　You have knowledge in power system analysis, power system protection, and power system stability.

　　You are willing to travel up to 25% of the time.

　　You are a US Citizen.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Product Development experience

　　Knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications

　　Knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications

　　Demonstrated excellent writing, documentation, and speaking skills

　　Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

　　Location

　　SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

　　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 Associate Research Engineer $60,800 –$95,000. Research Engineer $69,100 -$108,100. Lead Research Engineer $79,400 -$124,000.

　　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.

　　Communication with Applicants

　　We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected] .

　　SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

　　SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.