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 innovative technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Project Engineer – Protection in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.
**Fluent French and English Required**
As a Protection Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems, including relay protection and control systems.
Create protective relay settings for transmission & distribution utilities, substations, and industrial clients.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and technicians, to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies accordingly.
Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes.
Following and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
This job might be for you if:
You have a B.S. degree in electrical engineering or relevant discipline.
You have a strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques.
You are familiar with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations.
You have proven experience in designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges.
Required Qualifications
5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems or industrial automation system practices
Demonstrated experience in system protection, protective relays and their applications, settings, and testing
Demonstrated experience using PSSE, ETAP, and/or RTDS. Strong electrical power systems knowledge.
Proficiency in French and English (oral and written).
Available to travel.
Location:
Brossard, QC, is an exceptional job location that seamlessly blends career opportunities with an unparalleled quality of life. Nestled in the vibrant province of Quebec, Brossard offers a dynamic and multicultural work environment with a thriving economy. As a suburb of Montreal, it provides easy access to one of North America's most culturally rich and diverse cities. Brossard boasts a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and a high standard of living. With its strategic location, employees enjoy proximity to various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The city's commitment to green spaces and recreational facilities ensures a healthy work-life balance. Embrace career growth and fulfillment in Brossard, where professional success harmonizes with a welcoming community and a beautiful natural backdrop.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
SEL makes an annual Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution for eligible employees. The group RRSP also supports personal contributions.
We offer top tier health insurance that includes extended coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: Statutory paid holidays, personal holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 15 days, 9 paid sick days, parental leave that covers up to 90% of regular earnings, and family medical and compassionate leave.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, and adoption assistance.
Pay Range Data
We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer II 82,000.00$ - 128,200.00$ or a Project Engineer III 93,800.00$ - 146,800.00$. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay 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. #SEL25
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Les appareils que nous fabriquons chez SEL sont intégrés dans le réseau électrique. Ils évitent les pannes de courant et les rendent plus sécuritaires et plus courtes. Les appareils SEL ajoutent la cybersécurité, l’automatisation et la communication. Ils utilisent des technologies innovantes et fonctionnent à des vitesses qui poussent d’autres éléments du réseau à aller plus vite. En tant qu’ingénieur de projet – Protection au sein des services d’ingénierie, vous fournirez des solutions et des services qui aideront nos clients à protéger et à contrôler les infrastructures électriques et les reseaux critiques dans le monde entier.
En tant qu’ingénieur de protection, une journée type peut comprendre les taches suivantes :
Concevoir, développer et mettre en œuvre des schémas de protection et de contrôle pour les réseaux électriques y compris les systèmes de protection et de contrôle des relais.
Créer des réglages de relais de protection pour les services publics de transport et de distribution, les sous-stations et les clients industriels.
Collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles, y compris des gestionnaires de projet, des ingénieurs et des techniciens, pour évaluer les exigences du système et mettre en œuvre des stratégies de protection en conséquence.
Effectuer des activités de test et de mise en service du système pour valider la fonctionnalité et la performance des systèmes de protection.
Suivre et appliquer les valeurs, les principes d’exploitation et les principes de fabrication de classe mondiale de SEL.
Cet emploi pourrait vous convenir si :
Vous êtes titulaire d’un baccalauréat en génie électrique ou dans une discipline pertinente.
Vous avez une solide compréhension des principes de protection du réseau électrique, des schémas de protection et de contrôle des relais et des techniques de coordination de protection.
Vous connaissez les normes industrielles pertinentes, telles que les réglementations IEEE, IEC et NERC/FERC.
Vous avez une expérience avérée dans la conception et la mise en œuvre de systèmes de protection et de contrôle dans un environnement industriel ou de service public.
Compétences démontrées en résolution de problèmes et capacité d’analyser les défis complexes en matière de protection du réseau électrique.
Qualifications requises:
Plus de 5ans d’expérience pertinente dans les applications de réseau électrique ou de systèmes d’automatisation industrielle
Expérience avérée de la protection des systèmes, des relais de protection et de leurs applications, réglages et tests
Expérience avérée de l’utilisation de logiciels PSSE, ETAP et/ou RTDS. Solide connaissance des réseaux électriques.
Maîtrise du français et de l'anglais (à l'oral et à l'écrit).
Disponibilité à voyager.
Lieu de travail :
Ce poste est situé soit à Brossard, QC, ou soit à Markham, ON :
Markham, ON, est située à seulement 30 km du centre-ville de Toronto. Profitez d’une vue magnifique sur la vallée de la rivière Rouge et d’un accès aux sentiers et aux loisirs de plein air. Markham est une ville riche en histoire et en culture. Connu pour son quartier patrimonial primé et ses arts de la scène. Profitez de toutes les commodités de la grande ville ou explorez de beaux espaces verts. Quel que soit votre intérêt, vous le trouverez à Markham.
Brossard, QC, est un lieu de travail exceptionnel qui allie harmonieusement les possibilités de carrière à une qualité de vie inégalée. Nichée dans la dynamique province de Québec, Brossard offre un environnement de travail dynamique et multiculturel avec une économie florissante. En tant que banlieue de Montréal, elle offre un accès facile à l’une des villes les plus riches et les plus diversifiées sur le plan culturel en Amérique du Nord. Brossard jouit d’un fort sentiment d’appartenance à la communauté, d’excellentes écoles et d’un niveau de vie élevé. Grâce à son emplacement stratégique, les employés bénéficient de la proximité de divers secteurs, notamment la technologie, la santé et la finance. L’engagement de la Ville à l’égard des espaces verts et des installations récréatives assure un équilibre sain entre vie professionnelle et vie privée. Profitez de la croissance et de l'épanouissement professionnels à Brossard, où la réussite professionnelle s’harmonise avec une communauté accueillante et une magnifique toile de fond naturelle.
Rémunération concurrentielle. Des avantages supérieurs. Un travail inspirant.
L’humain est au cœur de notre entreprise. Nous vous invitons à en savoir plus sur la façon dont nous soutenons les employés.
SEL verse une cotisation annuelle à un régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite (REER) pour les employés admissibles. Le REER collectif prend également les cotisations personnelles.
Nous offrons une assurance maladie de premier ordre qui comprend une couverture étendue pour les soins médicaux, les ordonnances, les soins dentaires, les soins de la vue, l’assurance vie et l’assurance invalidité.
Nous reconnaissons l’importance d’un équilibre sain entre vie privée et offrons : des jours fériés légaux, des congés personnels, des vacances annuelles accumulées à partir de 15 jours, 9 jours de congé de maladie payés, un congé parental qui couvre jusqu’à 90 % des revenus réguliers et un congé pour raisons médicales et familiales.
Nous encourageons la croissance et le développement de nos employés par des moyens tels que l’apprentissage, l’aide aux frais scolaires. et les programmes de développement de l'ingénierie
Renseignez-vous auprès de notre équipe sur d’autres avantages, notamment le bien-être et l’aide à l’adoption.
Données sur l’échelle salariale
Le salaire pour ce poste d'ingénieur de projet - protection que nous prévoyons se situe entre 82 000 $ et 146 800 $ en fonction des compétences et des années d'expérience du candidat.
Nous sommes ouverts à l’examen d’autres candidats ayant plus ou moins d’expérience et l’échelle salariale peut différer si elle est pourvue à un niveau différent. Nos échelles salariales sont déterminées en fonction de l’emploi, de la responsabilité et de l’emplacement. Nous basons notre offre de salaire de départ et notre titre sur des facteurs liés à l’emplacement et à l’emploi, tels que l’expérience, la formation, les connaissances et les compétences des candidats.
Communication avec les candidats
Nous communiquons avec tous les candidats. Si vous ne recevez pas de réponse au sujet de votre demande, veuillez vérifier votre filtre anti-spam ou nous contacter au [email protected]. SEL souscrit au principe de l’égalité d’accès à l’emploi : anciens combattants/handicapés.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
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].
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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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Nozomi Networks and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories expand global partnership to advance Cyber Resilience for critical infrastructure. Oct 20, 2026, 06:00 ET Expanded offerings combine OT SDN visibility, ruggedized security monitoring, lifecycle cybersecurity services and compliance expertise to help operators strengthen resilience and regulatory readiness. SAN FRANCISCO and PULLMAN, Wash., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Nozomi Networks, the leader in OT, IoT and CPS security, and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), industry-leading innovators in the power system protection, automation, and infrastructure solution space, today announced an expansion of their global partnership to help critical infrastructure operators strengthen cyber resilience, improve operational visibility and address evolving regulatory requirements. Combining Trusted Technology, Services and Industry Expertise Building on a successful collaboration serving utilities and other critical infrastructure organizations worldwide, the expanded partnership combines Nozomi Networks' AI-powered cybersecurity platform with SEL industrial networking software, OT managed ethernet switches, trusted computing platforms, cybersecurity services and regulatory expertise. Together, the companies provide customers with a more comprehensive portfolio of technologies and services designed to accelerate and scale security programs while supporting compliance with frameworks, such as NERC CIP, IEC 62443 and NIST guidance, including the expanding Internal Network Security Monitoring (INSM) requirements under NERC CIP-015-1. Expanding Visibility and Deployment Flexibility The expanded partnership introduces a direct integration between the Nozomi platform and SEL OT Software-Defined Networking (OT SDN). In addition to offering the strongest option for deny-by-default architecture, OT SDN provides authoritative network intelligence from the control layer, including near real-time visibility of connected assets, traffic flows, network policies and physical topology. By incorporating this intelligence directly into the Nozomi Networks platform, organizations gain deeper visibility into managed environments while enhancing threat detection, anomaly detection, asset intelligence and AI-powered risk analysis, capabilities that can help utilities address growing INSM requirements of NERC CIP-015-1. Nozomi Networks Guardian security sensors can now be installed directly on SEL-3355 Computing Platforms. This offering enables customers to deploy advanced OT and critical infrastructure monitoring on ruggedized hardware designed for demanding environments, while giving organizations that already know and trust SEL hardware another option for standardizing cybersecurity monitoring across their operations. Nozomi and SEL are committed to continued innovation on industry-leading industrial platforms. The Nozomi Networks platform and SEL Blueframe can provide organizations with robust data collection and deployment options for enterprise security management that use existing infrastructure investments to strengthen resilience and streamline compliance through integrated architecture options. A More Comprehensive Approach to Cyber Resilience "Critical infrastructure operators must strengthen cybersecurity without compromising the reliability and availability of essential operations," said Ryan Bradetich, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Senior Vice President of Communications and Cybersecurity. "This expanded partnership gives customers greater flexibility in how they deploy, monitor and protect their environments, helping them meet evolving security and regulatory requirements while maintaining operational performance." "For more than four decades, SEL has helped protect critical infrastructure and make electric power safer and more reliable," said Matthew Cowell, Nozomi Networks Vice President of Strategic Alliances. "Our shared commitment to safety, reliability and operational uptime makes this a natural collaboration. Together, we are combining trusted industrial technology with AI-powered cybersecurity to help customers reduce risk and build more resilient operations worldwide." The OT SDN integration and SEL-3355 Computing Platform with the Nozomi Networks Guardian operating system installed directly on the appliance are available today. About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories SEL invents, designs and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability, safety and cost. SEL, a 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and serves customers around the world. SEL provides unmatched technical support, customer service and a 10-year worldwide warranty. About Nozomi Networks Nozomi Networks protects the world's critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Its platform uniquely combines network and endpoint visibility, threat detection and AI-powered analysis for faster, more effective incident response. Customers rely on Nozomi Networks to minimize risk and complexity while maximizing operational resilience. Learn more about Nozomi Networks. SOURCE Nozomi Networks
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.
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.
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.
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.