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 Project Engineer - Design 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 Project Engineer - Design, a typical day might include the following:

　　Creating protection & control design packages for transmission & distribution utilities, generation facilities, and industrial clients

　　Creating design packages including one-lines, three-lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, wiring diagrams, bill of material, SCADA points lists

　　Performing site visits and scoping protection & control retrofit designs.

　　Applying customer-specific protection & control templates for greenfield and brownfield designs

　　Demonstrating ownership of each component of the design process, and delivery of the overall package

　　Demonstrating understanding of zones of protection, instrument transformers, and protective relaying schemes

　　This job might be for you if:

　　You have a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.

　　You have the ability to work independently, accepting ownership of assigned responsibilities.

　　You are willing to travel as needed.

　　You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.

　　You have the ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

　　You have experience in using substation design software tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Inventor, SDS – Substation Design Suite Physical, WinIGS, CDEGS, or similar.

　　You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

　　Career Levels:

　　Project Engineer II

　　4+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

　　Project Engineer III

　　8+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

　　Sr Project Engineer

　　12+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

　　Location

　　Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work.

　　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:

　　We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer - Design:

　　Project Engineer II - Design: $87,000.00 - $136,000.00.

　　Project Engineer III - Design: $100,000.00 - $157,000.00

　　Senior Project Engineer - Design: $111,000.00 - $184,000.00

　　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.