We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Application Engineer - Protection to join our Sales & Customer Service team. In this role, you will be supporting customers’ technical challenges, applying your expertise in transmission and distribution power system protection, and teaching customers about some of the most innovative solutions in the industry.
Typical day might include
* Working with customers to apply new technologies or solutions to their power systems.
* Designing models and/or demonstrations of new technologies or solutions to teach customers how we can enhance their system(s).
* Supporting SEL products and solution troubleshooting to diagnose root causes of problems.
* Analyzing responses of protective relays to power system faults.
* Teaching customers how to use SEL products or how protective relays protect primary electrical equipment.
* Contributing to and reviewing white papers, application guides, industry journals, and technical papers.
Required Qualifications & Abilities
* A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
* 7+ years of experience with power system protection and relays.
* Relevant work experience and knowledge of utility and/or industrial power systems with an emphasis on protection, control, and operations.
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies.
* The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications & Abilities
* Familiar with National Grid Type registration and held BP141 Design Assurance Engineer authorization.
* Completed Protection Homologations with UK Utilities such as ENA assessments and experience with their Technical Specifications, Engineering Standards, Regulatory Requirements, and industry best practices.
Location
This position could be located in either our Reading or Stafford offices.
Benefits
* Competitive medical, dental, life, and AD&D insurance.
* Company‑funded 8% pension contributions with salary exchange directly to employees.
* Food/restaurant vouchers of GBP 125 per month.
* Wellness benefits that include gym membership reimbursements.
* Developmental programs including tuition assistance and engineering development programs.
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.
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