Find jobs
Pricing
Free Resume Checker
Blog
Sign in
Sign up
FIND JOBSPRICINGFREE RESUME CHECKERBLOGSIGN INSIGN UP
SE
Selinc

Project Engineer - Protection Engineer

Salary$98k – $144k
LocationIdaho - Boise
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size5,001–10,000 people
First seenOct 6, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have10
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with electric power systems or industrial automation system practices
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration, automation, and communications applications
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology (ICT), and protective relay applications
Ability to work on multiple solutions simultaneously
Proven ability to lead and supervise project teams
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Nice to have4
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification
Experience with an electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering firm, or system integrator
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software
Eligibility3
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
Satisfactory background check results
Successful completion of required drug screening
Skills
Vision
Benefits
Employee stock ownership plan
401(k)
Medical insurance
Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid family leave
Paid medical leave
Tuition assistance
Wellness benefits
Fertility benefits
Adoption benefits
Flexible spending account
About the role
SEL Engineering Services is seeking a Project Engineer - Proposals to lead the technical evaluation and development of customer proposals for complex power system and automation projects. In this role, you will review customer RFQ documents, evaluate bid/no-bid opportunities, develop project work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow projections, and preliminary project schedules. You will leverage a strong understanding of SEL’s Engineering Services portfolio to develop comprehensive technical solutions and collaborate with Contracts to finalize commercial terms and conditions.
This position requires a strategic, technically skilled professional who can effectively lead proposal development efforts, support customer engagement, and contribute to successful project execution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
•
Serve as the technical lead and actively participate in complex project conceptual design, detailed design, execution, development, and support activities across multiple projects and focus areas.
•
Identify, prepare, and present successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
•
Review customer RFQs and technical specifications to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions.
•
Lead project teams in resolving customer concerns and fostering long-term customer satisfaction.
•
Develop project work statements, preliminary designs, responsibility matrices, risk assessments, cash flow forecasts, and preliminary schedules.
•
Collaborate with Contracts and other cross-functional teams to finalize project terms and conditions.
•
Mentor and develop professional staff and provide supervision when required.
•
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
•
Embrace SEL’s philosophy: Understand. Create. Simplify.
•
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
•
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
•
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with electric power systems or industrial automation system practices.
•
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration, automation, and communications applications.
•
Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology (ICT), and protective relay applications.
•
Ability to work on multiple solutions simultaneously
•
Proven ability to lead and supervise project teams.
•
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
•
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
•
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
•
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
•
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%, depending on project and focus area requirements.
•
Satisfactory background check results.
•
Successful completion of required drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
•
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification.
•
Experience with an electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering firm, or system integrator.
•
Project management experience.
•
Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software.
Why Join SEL?
At SEL, you’ll help solve complex technical challenges while working alongside industry experts committed to innovation, quality, and customer success. This role offers the opportunity to influence major projects from proposal development through execution, while supporting critical infrastructure around the world.
If you are a technically driven engineering professional with a passion for developing solutions and leading successful projects, we encourage you to apply.
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.
•
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
•
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
•
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.
•
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
•
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
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.
•
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
•
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
•
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.
•
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
•
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range: $97,700 – $144,400 annually
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Project Engineer level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Associate Engineer: $84,200 – $124,500 annually
Engineer: $97,700 – $144,400 annually
Lead Engineer: $115,300 – $170,400 annually
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.
More roles at Selinc
Equipment Maintenance TechnicianNetwork EngineerPrincipal Engineer – UtilityAssociate Manufacturing Supervisor (Swing)Application Engineer II
Seekless
Seek less: one search across companies' own career pages, instead of a dozen job boards.
Product
Find jobsCompaniesPricingFree Resume Checker
Company
AboutBlog
Legal
PrivacyTermsCookies
© 2026 SEEKLESS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.BUILT WITH CARE