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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Research Engineer - Power Systems
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What they do
An Electrical Substation Engineer is responsible for substation design including schematic development, physical layouts, equipment, and construction cost estimates.
$122,710 / year median in Washington
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
Research and document new ideas and write new product specifications. Develop application notes, white papers, technical reports, and conference and journal papers on innovative applications or ideas. Conduct competitive product analysis. Maintain a working knowledge of SEL products or solutions and a perspective of industry practices/trends. Protect SEL Intellectual Property by writing patent and copyright applications.Required Qualifications:
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related or equivalent experience 2+ years' working knowledge of at least one of the following:- Electric power systems and practices and philosophies
- Utility automation and control systems
- Utility grade communication schemes
- Digital signal processing practices
- Statistical analysis and data analytic techniques Excellent technical training skills Experience with simulation software to analyze power system transients, load flow, and short circuit studies Knowledge of power system analysis, power system protection and power system stability Experience with analytical tool (Matlab, Simulink, etc) Willing to travel 25% Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Preferred Qualifications Cross-disciplinary knowledge of: Electric power systems and practices and philosophies Utility automation and control systems Utility grade communication schemes Digital signal processing practices Location Pullman, WA•SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life.