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Associate Project Engineer - Automation

SEL Engineering Services, Inc.
Pullman, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026

As an Associate 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.

  • Work with team in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.

  • Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.

This job might be for you if:

  • B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

  • 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


Preferred Qualifications

  • 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

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

Location

Pullman, WA- SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

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 Data

Associate Project Engineer - $84,000 - $124,000.

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 careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

Salary : $84,000 - $124,000

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