Senior Level Power Systems Engineer Jobs
Senior level power systems engineer jobs place experienced engineers in charge of system architecture decisions, project outcomes, and the technical teams that deliver them. Openings skew toward 41% remote and hybrid arrangements across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, with employers like Sargent & Lundy, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and Schneider Electric hiring at this level now.
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is focused on making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
SEL manufactures intelligent electronic devices (IED), Remote Terminal Units (RTU), and logic controllers that provide state-of-the-art monitoring, communication, and protection of power systems in multiple industries.
SEL Engineering Services (SEL ES) is the sector of SEL that creates solutions to target applications of SEL equipment for worldwide customers. The SEL ES engineering team designs, develops, tests, and commissions projects to meet our customers’ requirements. Applications include, but are not limited to:
Utilities – Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Industrial Plants and Universities– Substation and Switchgear
Renewables – Wind, Solar, and BESS
SEL ES - Automation projects focus on data collection of system IEDs, logic controls, and the presentation of data for the customer to monitor and control their power system.
Utilizing real-time logic controllers and communication equipment, the SEL ES Automation engineer owns the planning, design, development, testing and commissioning of the project. Projects often include, but are not limited to:
Communication network equipment
Configuration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs.
Human Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client.
Configuration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location, isolation and restoration.
Configuration of workstations for power system analytic software
Position:
Project Engineer - Automation
Position Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 7+ years
Past work history, or equivalency, to meet position description and skill requirements
Position Description:
Working alongside Project Managers, Technical Leads, and Engineers from other focus areas
Technical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers
Joins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects
Defines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction
Research of SEL equipment, third-party equipment and solutions
Branching into OT network solutions (Layer 1, Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow)
Research of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area.
Mentors their project team and teaches others in their disciplines.
Reviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal
Automation Design Specifications and drawings
Product configurations
Factory testing and procedures
Field safety preparations and commissioning procedures
Service reports
Technical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables, schedule, and project execution from design through commissioning.
Position skill requirements:
Understanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment)
Ownership of schedule and a self-starter for research
Professional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues.
Designing of control logic schemes and network configurations
Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC Schematics, and Bill of Materials
Experience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus, etc.)
Experience with server/client SCADA applications
Experience with design/development suite of HMI applications
Willing to travel at least 50% of the time domestically and abroad
Additions skills but not requirements:
Experience with phase I/O style project management
Experience with SEL product configurations
Experience with IEC-61131 programming
Experience with Python programming
Experience with IT/OT Network design
Experience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark)
Substation safety training
Work from home experience
Location Information:
Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work. #INDD2
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
New hires generally start between $110,000 - 175,000. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.
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.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is focused on making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
SEL manufactures intelligent electronic devices (IED), Remote Terminal Units (RTU), and logic controllers that provide state-of-the-art monitoring, communication, and protection of power systems in multiple industries.
SEL Engineering Services (SEL ES) is the sector of SEL that creates solutions to target applications of SEL equipment for worldwide customers. The SEL ES engineering team designs, develops, tests, and commissions projects to meet our customers’ requirements. Applications include, but are not limited to:
Utilities – Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Industrial Plants and Universities– Substation and Switchgear
Renewables – Wind, Solar, and BESS
SEL ES - Automation projects focus on data collection of system IEDs, logic controls, and the presentation of data for the customer to monitor and control their power system.
Utilizing real-time logic controllers and communication equipment, the SEL ES Automation engineer owns the planning, design, development, testing and commissioning of the project. Projects often include, but are not limited to:
Communication network equipment
Configuration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs.
Human Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client.
Configuration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location, isolation and restoration.
Configuration of workstations for power system analytic software
Position:
Project Engineer - Automation
Position Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 7+ years
Past work history, or equivalency, to meet position description and skill requirements
Position Description:
Working alongside Project Managers, Technical Leads, and Engineers from other focus areas
Technical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers
Joins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects
Defines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction
Research of SEL equipment, third-party equipment and solutions
Branching into OT network solutions (Layer 1, Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow)
Research of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area.
Mentors their project team and teaches others in their disciplines.
Reviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal
Automation Design Specifications and drawings
Product configurations
Factory testing and procedures
Field safety preparations and commissioning procedures
Service reports
Technical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables, schedule, and project execution from design through commissioning.
Position skill requirements:
Understanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment)
Ownership of schedule and a self-starter for research
Professional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues.
Designing of control logic schemes and network configurations
Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC Schematics, and Bill of Materials
Experience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus, etc.)
Experience with server/client SCADA applications
Experience with design/development suite of HMI applications
Willing to travel at least 50% of the time domestically and abroad
Additions skills but not requirements:
Experience with phase I/O style project management
Experience with SEL product configurations
Experience with IEC-61131 programming
Experience with Python programming
Experience with IT/OT Network design
Experience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark)
Substation safety training
Work from home experience
Location Information:
Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work. #INDD2
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
New hires generally start between $110,000 - 175,000. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.
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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Senior Level Power Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level power systems engineer job?
Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned complex power systems projects from design through commissioning, not just contributed to them. Strong candidates demonstrate fluency in grid interconnection standards, protection coordination, or large-scale renewable integration, and can show they have mentored junior staff or led cross-functional technical teams. Published work, PE licensure, and a portfolio of delivered projects all sharpen a candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire senior level power systems engineers?
Companies hiring senior level power systems engineers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and Schneider Electric, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from utilities, large engineering and consulting firms, defense contractors, and independent power producers that need engineers who can lead programs rather than work within them.
Are there remote senior level power systems engineer jobs?
Yes, though the share depends heavily on project phase and employer type. About 41% of senior level power systems engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote roles more common in planning, modeling, and standards work than in substation construction or field commissioning assignments.
What makes a power systems engineer role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope. Engineers at this stage are accountable for technical direction on major systems, set design standards others follow, and resolve the high-stakes problems that escalate from mid-level staff. They routinely mentor engineers, coordinate across disciplines, and interface directly with clients or regulators, meaning communication and judgment carry as much weight as technical skill.
Which industries hire the most senior level power systems engineers?
Senior Level power systems engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they are managing large capital programs, grid modernization initiatives, or defense energy systems that require engineers with both deep expertise and the authority to make binding technical decisions.