Project Engineer I - Automation

**Project Engineer - Automation** The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides complete power system protection, control, monitoring, automation, security and integration for utilities and industries worldwide. We are seeking a Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support to customers. A successful candidate should have strong experience in power system automation, commissioning, design, software, integration and IEC61850 protocols. This is your opportunity to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry. **What You'll Do:** As a Project Engineer, your responsibilities will include: • Serve as technical lead and actively participate in complex project conceptual and detail design, execution, development, and support activities across multiple projects involving software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices • Lead training and assist customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation systems • Manage and implement work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to ensure high quality and safety standards • Support the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems **What We're Looking For:** • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline • 5+ years of power systems automation commissioning experience • Strong knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications • Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally more than 70% based on focus area • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities **Location:** UAE – Dubai Silicon Oasis **Why Choose SEL?** We provide exceptional benefits and career opportunities: • Top-tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance • Comprehensive leave plans including annual, sick, and parental leave for healthy work-life balance • Annual flight tickets to home country for expat employees and eligible family members • Professional development programs including tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses and engineering development programs (EDP) • Wellbeing benefits including free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and reimbursable gym membership • International Travel Medical and Security Assistance for traveling employees and family members • Additional field compensation for customer site work based on eligibility Our starting pay offers are based on location and job-related factors including candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.