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Selinc

Project Engineer II/III - Automation

Salary$115k – $201k
LocationCalifornia - Irvine
Work modeon-site
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedMay 15, 2026 · 5mo ago
Verified live11h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and focus area practices and philosophies
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Nice to have4
Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification
Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software
Eligibility3
Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Skills
IEC-61850
DNP
Modbus
Vision
SCADA
PLCs
Ethernet
protocol analyzers
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Paid family leave
Paid medical leave
Wellness benefits
Fertility benefits
Adoption benefits
Flexible spending benefits
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1.
Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system automation* and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.
2.
Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
3.
Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
4.
Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
5.
Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise as necessary.
6.
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
7.
Understand. Create. Simplify.
8.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and *focus area practices and philosophies
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications
Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications
Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification
Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software
Focus Area = Automation
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Automation = software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices
Physical Requirements
None
Location
Irvine, CA - This position is located in Irvine, CA, where you will enjoy the perfect balance of city living and preserved natural spaces. Located just forty miles from Los Angeles, adjacent to the John Wayne/Orange County airport and only a short drive to the beautiful Southern California beaches. You can enjoy a variety of great shopping, entertainment, sports, and access to great schools and universities. Irvine is known as the center of Orange County, culturally diverse and has an enjoyable climate, making it the perfect location to call home.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
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We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
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We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
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We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
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We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
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Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range Data
Project Engineer II - $115,300 - $170,400
Project Engineer III - $136,100 - $201,100
We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
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 [email protected].
Legal
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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