Project Engineer - Proposals

About the role

SEL Engineering Services is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the technical evaluation and development of customer proposals for complex power system and automation projects. The engineer reviews customer RFQ documents, evaluates bid/no-bid opportunities, develops work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow projections and preliminary schedules, and collaborates with Contracts to finalize commercial terms.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead and take part in conceptual design, detailed design, execution, development and support across multiple projects.
• Identify, prepare and present proposals for SEL equipment, services and systems.
• Review customer RFQs and technical specifications to develop cost-effective solutions.
• Lead project teams in resolving customer concerns and ensure deliverables meet scope, schedule, budget, quality and safety requirements.
• Develop work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow forecasts and preliminary schedules.
• Collaborate with Contracts and other teams to finalize project terms and conditions.
• Mentor and supervise staff, and model SEL's values and manufacturing principles.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with electric power systems or industrial automation.
• Knowledge of power system protection and control, integration, automation and communications, and of design, studies and protective relay applications.
• Ability to lead and supervise project teams, work on multiple solutions at once and travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• Preferred: PE license, utility or consulting experience, project management experience, and knowledge of Vision or similar project management software.

What we offer

• Pay range of $88,400 to $132,700 annually, depending on level and experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus retirement options.
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual, sick days and family and medical leave.
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses and engineering development programs.