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Commissioning Engineer

SEL Engineering Services, Inc.
Pullman, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

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

  • Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system automation and commissioning.

  • Assist teams that support customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, both on-site and from SEL offices.

  • Complete assigned work using established procedures and working under immediate supervision.

  • Complete assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget while focusing on quality and safety.

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

  • Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions

  • Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 75% based on focus area.

  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

  • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • College coursework in electric power and/or controls (power system protection, symmetrical components, programming, control systems)

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

  • Work experience in electric utilities, industrial plants, communications, computer programming, or construction

Focus Area = Commissioning

  • Commissioning = perform commissioning and site acceptance testing in the field, train and assist customers with installation, commissioning and operation of devices. Up to 75% travel.


This position is available in Pullman, WA; Houston, TX; or Alpharetta, GA.

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

Project Engineer I: $97,000 — $144,000.

Project Engineer II: $115,000 - $170,000.

Project Engineer III: $136,000 - $201,000.

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 and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on 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.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Maternity & Paternity Leave

Salary : $97,000 - $201,000

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