Project Engineer I - Automation
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 looking for Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support to customers. A successful candidate should have good experience in power system automation, commissioning, design, software, integration and IEC61850 protocols. This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry.
As a Project Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
- Serve as technical lead and actively participate in complex project conceptual and detail design, execution, development, and support activities crossing multiple projects in two software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices.
- Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation systems.
- Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
- Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
This job might be for you if have :
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
- 5+ years of power systems automation commissioning experience
- Good knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
- Willing to travel both domestically and internationally more than 70% based on focus area
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Location
India -Bengaluru
Why SEL?
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
We provide and take care of our employees with outstanding benefits, competitive pay, challenging work, and a rewarding career.
- Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Varied leave plans like annual leaves, sick leaves, parental leaves etc. to maintain a healthy life balance
- Yearly flight tickets to home country for expat employees and their family members based on their eligibility
- Developmental programs like tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses and engineering development programs (EDP).
- Wellbeing benefits like free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and reimbursable yearly gym membership
- International Travel Medical and Security Assistance to assist our traveling employees and accompanying family members worldwide
- Additional compensation for working on customer sites in the field based on eligibility
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.