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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Designs protective relays and power solutions

Project Controller

Full-TimePosted on 10/15/2026
$82k - $122.9k
Senior
Houston, TX, USA
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Have 5+ years of experience as a project controller or in a similar role.
  • Be able to understand technical deliverables in an engineering services organization.
  • Have high attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
  • Insist on quality work and on-time deliverables.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including on technical subjects.
  • Have a desire to learn and grow.
Responsibilities
  • Forecast project resource workload and track deliverables.
  • Support the development and negotiation of proposals and project cost estimates.
  • Enter new project orders, including schedules and resources.
  • Issue purchase orders and track equipment deliveries.
  • Ensure invoices are issued according to project billing schedules.
  • Review project deadlines and finances.
  • Perform data analysis and track metrics.
  • Coordinate project activities between the Project Manager and Engineering teams, including quote preparation, schedule tracking, resource tracking, project finance, and technical deliverables.
  • Engage with customer project managers, procurement, legal, and engineering team members.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Deltek Vision software.

About the company

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) designs and manufactures devices, software, and systems that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Their products include protective relays and related equipment that monitor and control power systems; they also provide software and system-level solutions to manage and protect electrical grids. SEL’s protective-relay legacy dates back 40 years, and today their devices are used in 173 countries. The company differentiates itself through long-term support: a top 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as its products remain in service, plus strong utilities and private-industry partnerships. SEL’s goal is to modernize the global power grid and keep critical electricity infrastructure smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Pullman, Washington

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • October 1, 2026 West Lafayette expansion adds 35% recloser-control capacity and 130 jobs.
  • September 2026 Nampa and Post Falls investments exceed $250 million and 500 jobs.
  • SEL still lists 800-plus openings worldwide, showing sustained customer demand and hiring urgency.

What critics are saying

  • Four major manufacturing expansions in two years raise execution risk before 2027 openings.
  • 800-plus vacancies signal strained recruiting, training, and ramp-up capacity across global sites.
  • Siemens, ABB, and Eaton can commoditize protection gear, crushing SEL's premium pricing.

What makes Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories unique

  • SEL remains 100% employee-owned, aligning engineers, operators, and customers around reliability.
  • Its vertically integrated U.S. manufacturing network now spans Pullman, Moscow, Nampa, and West Lafayette.
  • IEC 62443-2-4 certification reinforces SEL's security-by-design reputation in critical infrastructure.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Wellness Program

Company News

Evertiq
Oct 13th, 2026
SEL to invest more than $500 million in US manufacturing.

SEL to invest more than $500 million in US manufacturing. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is investing more than USD 500 million in new plants, production equipment and staff across four US states. The goal is to raise its output of electronic devices by up to 60% to keep pace with growing demand from power grids and data centres. The investments will take place between 2026 and 2028 and include three new electronic device manufacturing facilities in Idaho, expanded manufacturing in Pullman, Washington, and West Lafayette, Indiana, and more panel assembly space in Charlotte, North Carolina, according to a press release from SEL. The company makes equipment that protects, monitors and controls power systems and other critical infrastructure. The demand is driven by investment in power grids, grid modernisation, data centres and industrial infrastructure, as customers try to make their power systems more reliable, secure and resilient. "These projects will expand our manufacturing footprint, strengthen our ability to serve customers worldwide, and create new career opportunities in the communities where we operate," said Dave Whitehead, president of SEL. The bulk of the investment goes to Idaho, where SEL is establishing three new electronics plants. The largest in floor space is in Moscow, where the company is building a new facility of around 28,300 square metres for more than USD 70 million. It is expected to be operational by the end of 2027. In Nampa, SEL has bought an existing building of around 9,600 square metres that will be converted into an electronics plant. The investment of USD 150 million covers the property, equipment and staff, and the plant will initially employ 250 people when production starts in early 2027. Post Falls follows the same model, with a USD 150 million investment and 250 initial employees in a converted commercial building, but production there is not expected to start until late 2027. SEL has not disclosed the size of the building. In Pullman, where SEL has its headquarters, the company has bought a building of about 12,600 square metres on a 4.7-hectare site and is converting it into a manufacturing facility for around 300 employees. It is expected to open in early 2027. In West Lafayette, SEL is investing USD 25 million to increase board assembly capacity by more than 35%, and in Charlotte the company is investing USD 15 million to add more than 4,600 square metres of panel assembly space. Both projects are scheduled for completion in 2027. On top of the new facilities, SEL is investing more than USD 100 million in new production equipment. Together with more than 600 new assemblers and additional shifts in Pullman and Lewiston, this is expected to increase the company's output of electronic devices by 40% to 60%. From manufacturing and design to supply chains and emerging technologies, the electronics industry never stands still. Meet the people driving it forward at the upcoming Evertiq Expo events. The next stop is Evertiq Expo Warsaw on October 22, where industry professionals gather to exchange knowledge, discover new solutions and build valuable business connections. To stay up to date with the latest developments, sign up for the Newsletter.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Oct 13th, 2026
SEL completes purchase of new Post Falls manufacturing site.

SEL completes purchase of new Post Falls manufacturing site. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) today announced details about the location and size of its new manufacturing facility in Post Falls, Idaho.SEL has completed the purchase of the recently constructed 240,000-square-foot facility located at 150 N. Beck Road in Post Falls. The facility will support electronic device manufacturing operations and is expected to employ approximately 250 employee-owners when operations begin, with additional positions planned as production increases. The 100% employee-owned company invents, designs and builds equipment and technology that protects, monitors, and controls critical infrastructure, including electric power systems around the world.The facility was selected because of its proximity to existing SEL locations in Spokane Valley and Pullman, Washington, and Moscow and Lewiston, Idaho, as well as access to a strong regional workforce. The investment builds on a longstanding Inland Northwest presence, where SEL employs more than 5,000 people."We are pleased to officially include this facility in our manufacturing operations," said Dave Whitehead, president of SEL. "This investment strengthens our ability to serve customers around the world while creating more high-quality manufacturing careers in the region and supporting the continued growth of our U.S. manufacturing operations."SEL expects operations to begin in mid-2027. Hiring will begin in spring 2027.The Post Falls facility is one of several recent manufacturing investments by SEL. Together with new and expanding facilities in Moscow and Nampa, Idaho, the project reflects a long-term commitment to increasing manufacturing capacity to support growing demand for products used by electric utilities, industrial facilities, and other critical infrastructure operators.For information about career opportunities, visit selinc.com/careers.

DailyFly
Oct 13th, 2026
SEL purchases Post Falls manufacturing facility, plans about 250 jobs.

SEL purchases Post Falls manufacturing facility, plans about 250 jobs. POST FALLS, ID - Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories has completed the purchase of a 240,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Post Falls, with operations expected to begin in mid-2027. The recently constructed facility at 150 N. Beck Road will support electronic device manufacturing and is expected to employ approximately 250 employee-owners when operations begin. Additional positions are planned as production increases, according to the company. Hiring is expected to begin in spring 2027. SEL said it selected the location for its proximity to existing company properties in Lewiston, Moscow, Pullman and Spokane Valley, as well as access to a regional workforce. The company employs more than 5,000 people across the Inland Northwest. "This investment strengthens our ability to serve customers around the world while creating more high-quality manufacturing careers in the region and supporting the continued growth of our U.S. manufacturing operations," SEL President Dave Whitehead said. The Post Falls purchase is among several recent manufacturing investments by SEL, including new and expanding facilities in Moscow and Nampa. The company said those projects will increase manufacturing capacity to meet growing demand from electric utilities, industrial facilities and other critical infrastructure operators. Headquartered in Pullman, SEL is entirely employee-owned and designs and manufactures equipment and technology used to protect, monitor and control electric power systems and other critical infrastructure. Information about career opportunities is available at selinc.com/careers.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Oct 8th, 2026
SEL invests more than $500 million to expand U.S. Manufacturing capacity.

SEL invests more than $500 million to expand U.S. Manufacturing capacity. SEL is undertaking a sweeping expansion of its U.S. manufacturing operations, investing more than half a billion dollars in new facilities, equipment and production capacity across four states to meet growing global demand for technologies that protect, monitor and control critical infrastructure.The investments, taking place between 2026 and 2028 across Idaho, Washington, Indiana, and North Carolina, include new electronic device manufacturing facilities in Moscow, Nampa, and Post Falls, Idaho; manufacturing expansions in Pullman, Washington, and West Lafayette, Indiana; and additional panel assembly space in Charlotte, North Carolina.The expansion comes amid growing investments in electric utilities, grid modernization, data centers and industrial infrastructure worldwide. As customers work to improve reliability, security and resilience across critical power systems, demand for SEL products and solutions has continued to increase, driving the need for additional manufacturing capacity."These projects will expand our manufacturing footprint, strengthen our ability to serve customers worldwide, and create new career opportunities in the communities where we operate," said Dave Whitehead, president. "They also reflect our long-term commitment to American manufacturing, innovation and serving customers for decades to come."Major Manufacturing InvestmentsThe SEL manufacturing expansion includes the following projects:IdahoMoscow: Construction of a 305,000-square-foot electronic device manufacturing facility. The project represents an investment of more than $70 million and is expected to be operational by the end of 2027.Nampa: Purchase of a 103,000-square-foot facility that will be converted into an electronic device manufacturing facility. This $150 million investment in property, equipment and people will initially employ 250. Operations are expected to begin in early 2027.Post Falls: Purchase of a large commercial building that will be converted into an electronic device manufacturing facility. This $150 million investment in property, equipment and people will initially employ 250. Operations are expected to begin in late 2027.WashingtonPullman: SEL purchased and is converting a 135,810-square-foot facility and surrounding 11.5-acre site into a modern manufacturing operation. The facility is expected to begin operations in early 2027 and will support approximately 300 employees.IndianaWest Lafayette: A $25 million expansion of board assembly operations will increase production capacity by more than 35%. The project is expected to be completed in 2027.North CarolinaCharlotte: A $15 million project will add more than 50,000 square feet of custom panel assembly space to support continued growth. The expansion is expected to be completed in 2027.Beyond Buildings: Expanding Capacity Through TechnologyIn addition to new facilities, SEL is investing more than $100 million in high-efficiency manufacturing equipment. The investment will support the addition of more than 600 assemblers and new production shifts in Pullman and Lewiston, increasing electronic device output by an estimated 40% to 60%.Investing in People and Long-Term GrowthThe 100% employee-owned company recently increased manufacturing starting wages to $26 per hour for day-shift employees, $31 per hour for swing-shift employees, and $36 per hour for night- and weekend-shift employees as part of the effort to attract and retain the workforce needed to support continued growth.Building for the FutureCombined, these investments will strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity for products that help make electric power systems safer, more reliable, more resilient and more economical. The projects will create hundreds of jobs, expand production capacity across multiple states and support the long-term ability of the company to serve customers around the world.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Sep 30th, 2026
SEL expands manufacturing operations in West Lafayette.

SEL expands manufacturing operations in West Lafayette. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) will invest $25 million to expand manufacturing operations at its West Lafayette facility, increasing production capacity for recloser controls by more than 35% and creating approximately 130 new career opportunities. The project supports growing global demand for technologies that improve the reliability and resilience of electric power systems.The expansion will take place within the SEL facility at 1838 Indiana 26 in the Purdue Discovery Park District, creating a more vertically integrated manufacturing operation through the addition of printed circuit board assembly capabilities."This expansion strengthens our ability to serve customers," said Leith Sorenson, senior vice president of manufacturing. "By increasing manufacturing capacity in West Lafayette and bringing more of the production process under one roof, we're improving efficiency, creating new career opportunities and positioning SEL to meet growing demand for our products and solutions."The company will add surface mount technology, electronic assembly and conformal coat production lines to the operation. These new capabilities will enable SEL to complete more manufacturing processes at the location, increasing efficiency and simplifying product flow from board assembly through final assembly and testing. The expansion will support increased production of recloser controls, which help electric utilities improve service reliability and reduce outage durations by automatically detecting and responding to power system faults.This project is part of a broader manufacturing growth strategy that includes recent investments in Idaho, Indiana, North Carolina and Washington. These investments will increase production capacity and strengthen supply chain resilience within the United States."Growing demand for reliable electricity, grid modernization, data centers and critical infrastructure is driving increased investment in power system technologies worldwide," said Dave Whitehead, president. "These projects reflect our commitment to delivering the products customers need, when they need them, while maintaining the quality and reliability that define SEL."The West Lafayette project is expected to be completed in March 2027.New career opportunities will include direct production roles and positions that support manufacturing operations. SEL invests heavily in employee training and professional development, creating pathways for long-term career growth in manufacturing, engineering, leadership and more.SEL has more than 800 open positions globally. To learn more, visit www.selinc.com/careers.