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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)
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Project Engineer I - Automation

Brief overview

Texas - HoustonHybrid
MastersOr in progress
$97k–$144k/yrStated range
5+ yrsMinimum
127 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
72 green cardsCertified filings
Automation systemsProtection systemsProject managementDocumentationCommunicationSCADA practicesIndustrial controlsPLCsIndustry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus)Ethernet systemsProtocol analyzers

About the company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) logo
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)selinc.com

SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
127H-1B approved
100%approval rate
47new H-1B hires
72PERM certified
$122,580median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
202344
20244
202554
202625
LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
202310
20245
202513
20261
Green Card (PERM) FilingsCertified green card filings: a long-term commitment to international hires.
202321
202414
202537
Top sponsored roles
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Job description

As a Project Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

  • Train and assist customers with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.

  • Complete and implement assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.

  • Participate in the preparation of functional design specifications.

  • Prepare and maintain detailed design documents, reports, checklists, test reports, and deliverables.

This job might be for you if:

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

  • 5-7 years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and *focus area practices and philosophies.

  • Good knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications

  • Working 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Engineer in Training certificate

  • Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience

  • Project engineering experience

  • Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Focus Area = Automation

  • Automation = software, integration and automation, industrial controls, PLCs, industry protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus), Ethernet systems, protocol analyzers, and industry SCADA practices.

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.

Pay Range

Project Engineer I $97,000 - 144,000 per year. We are open to reviewing candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our 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 careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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