Development Lead Engineer - Power Distribution & Reclosing

About the role

SEL Inc. is hiring a Development Lead Engineer for its Power Distribution and Reclosing business, based onsite in Butte or Pullman, Washington. The role leads and takes part in product design, development, introduction and related activities across two or more technical disciplines, and requires a strong understanding of electric power systems.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and actively participate in product design, development, introduction and supporting activities spanning multiple technical disciplines.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of electric power systems and how to protect, monitor and control them.
• Conceive and develop concepts for new product ideas and enhancements.
• Lead efforts providing power engineering support for customers and field application engineers.
• Serve as technical lead on complex projects.
• Model, teach and apply SEL's values, principles of operations and world-class manufacturing principles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in electric power systems, protection practices and philosophies.
• Experience leading cross-functional product development teams.
• Ability to learn new skills, take on new responsibilities and work cooperatively in a team.

A stronger fit is someone with working knowledge of SEL products and experience in distribution and reclosing.

Required skills

• Excellent technical training, speaking and writing skills.
• Strong writing, documentation and communication skills.

What we offer

• Pay range of $129,200 - $193,900, depending on experience and location.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded ESOP and personal 401(k) options.
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs.