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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Integration & Automation Engineer
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What they do
An Automation Engineer develops and implements testing strategies and toolsets with the goal of increasing process automation. Establishes appropriate measures to validate and report on software quality. Designs and implements test automation to improve system reliability and stability. Designs and supports frameworks for test infrastructure. Provides automation expertise and mentoring.
$121,781 / year median in Pennsylvania
-1% projected decline
Job Description
As an Integration & Automation Engineer, a typical day might include the following: Maintain advanced technical knowledge and skills to contribute to the development and enhancement of integration and automation features in SEL products. Define, develop and analyze product specifications, functional tests, and system validation processes. Diagnose customer reported problems with integration and communication features and document issues for developers. Provide technical and market analysis to evaluate proposed products or enhancements. Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation and World Class Manufacturing principles. Understand. Create. Simplify. Other duties as assigned. This job might be for you if: B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent Demonstrated experience with serial, Ethernet, and multiple communication protocols and their application in an electrical power system environment Typically 2+ years of experience in setup and configuration of a broad range of network devices and interfaces Typically 2+ years of experience at an electric utility, industrial plant, or engineering firm Ability to work effectively and professionally with internal and external customers Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment Preferred Qualifications Typically 2+ years of experience in electric power SCADA or EMS practices Experience contributing to product development teams Working knowledge of the following: SEL products and protocols, Electric utility telecommunications, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-103, -101, -104, DNP3, Modbus, PRP, IEEE 1588, 3-phase and electric power systems, Electric utility protection practices, NERC-CIP compliance requirements, Industrial controls and PLCs 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 401(k) 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.