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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Systems in Hanover, Maryland

If you are looking to work alongside technical experts in the power industry while leveraging your expert knowledge and experience, then this position is for you! SEL Engineering Services, Inc. (SEL-ES) seeks a professional, innovative, and detailed individual for our Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Systems position in Hanover, MD.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Systems, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power systems by designing, testing, implementing, and effective protection and control schemes. Your expertise in relay protection and controls, relay coordination, and power systems will provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

Applicants must be US Citizens.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead project teams to resolve customer concerns and foster customer satisfaction.

  • Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems, including relay protection and control systems.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and technicians, to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies accordingly.

  • Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes.

  • Identify, prepare, and present successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.

  • Following and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

This job might be for you if you have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.

  • 5 or more years of related engineering and management.

  • A strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques.

  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations.

  • You have proven experience in designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting.

  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges.

  • A proven ability to lead the design and support of successful projects.

    Location

Hanover, MD is a charming community offering a blend of modern convenience and historical significance. Situated within close proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Hanover benefits from its strategic location while retaining a distinct suburban character. The area is known for its diverse range of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. With a thriving residential landscape and easy access to major transportation routes, Hanover presents a delightful balance between urban accessibility and suburban comfort.

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

$112,000 - $150,000 per year. We are open to reviewing candidates with various levels of 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

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 careers@selinc.com .

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.

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