Power Systems Protection Specialist

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Power Systems Protection Specialist

Apply locations Illinois - Hawthorn Woods time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 2023-13476

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Power System Protection Specialist to join our Engineering Services team. As a Power System Protection Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power systems by designing, testing, and implementation of effective protection & 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.

Key Responsibilities:

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

• Create protective relay settings for transmission & distribution utilities, substations, and industrial clients.

• 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.

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

This job might be for you if:

• Have an associate's degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience/military school training.

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

• You are familiar 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.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the electrical power industry. Join Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and help shape the future of critical infrastructure!

Location:

Plymouth, MI - This position is located in Plymouth, Michigan, positioned between Ann Arbor and Detroit. The cultural and educational hub of Southeast Michigan, Plymouth is surrounded by parks and historic neighborhoods with top-rated school districts. Rated one of the safest cities in Michigan, and among the top Best Places to Raise a Family, Plymouth offers year-round outdoor recreation and festivals. Nearby world-class cultural attractions and a vibrant business community make Plymouth a highly sought-after place to call home.

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 a Specialist I, II, or III.

Specialist I: $ 57, 2 00.00 -$ 85,800.00

Specialist II: $ 63,800.00 -$ 99,800.00

Specialist III: $ 72,500.00 -$ 113,500.00

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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.