Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$103k–$214k/yr
Join Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) as a Lead Software Engineer where you will help shape the future of power system event analysis. The Synchrowave software team builds advanced tools that engineers around th…
Skills: Software Architecture, Technical Leadership, Electric Power Systems, Full-stack Development, Automated Testing
Lewiston, Idaho, United States · On-site
$161k–$230k/yr
Our Equipment Automation Engineering (EAE) team seeks a professional and innovative individual to join our team in Pullman WA or Lewiston ID. SEL is a 100 percent employee-owned company that specializes in creating and m…
Skills: PLC Programming, HMI/GUI Layout, Field Bus Networks, Safety Systems, Vision Systems
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$32/hr
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Engineering Services seeks a motivated, detail-oriented, and innovative individual for our Proposal Intern position. This role offers an excellent opportunity for current student…
Skills: Technical Writing, Project Coordination, Proposal Development, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Visio
San Luis Potosí, Mexico · On-site
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Possesses, understands and applies knowledge and experience of power system focus area* and related SEL products to complete complex assignments. 2. Lead in training and assisting…
Skills: Power System Protection, Automation Systems, Electrical Design, Commissioning, Project Management
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$59/hr
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), a company of innovators, inventors, and problem solvers to continue building the most innovative and safety-critical products so that future generations have the means to pursue…
Skills: Component level troubleshooting, Root cause analysis, Analog electronics, Digital electronics, Microprocessor-based electronics
San Luis Potosí, Mexico · On-site
Área de enfoque Integración y automatización orientado a sistemas eléctricos de potencia, desarrollo de controladores para esquemas de acción remedial basados en rechazo de carga/generación, control industrial, dominio d…
Skills: Power System Automation, IEC-61131-3, IEC-61850, DNP3, Modbus
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$33/hr
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Complete basic testing, services, or troubleshooting of SEL products and processes in accordance with defined procedures under the direction of more experienced staff. 2. Provides…
Skills: Testing, Troubleshooting, Windows, MS Office, Technical Writing
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$35/hr–$51/hr
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Complete basic testing, services, or troubleshooting of SEL products and processes in accordance with defined procedures under the direction of more experienced staff. 2. Provides…
Skills: Troubleshooting, Windows, MS Office, Technical Writing, Documentation
Ciudad de México, Mexico · On-site
We're Hiring! SEL Meters incredible success in recent years has created an exciting opportunity to expand our Technical Support team for international operations. We are looking for a Metering Application Engineer based …
Skills: Power Systems, Revenue Metering, Power Quality, Metering Information Systems, Technical Training
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$98k–$144k/yr
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a creative and talented engineer who is passionate about solving problems and improving the lives of people. SEL develops critical products that provide the main interface …
Skills: C#, Microsoft .Net, React, JavaScript, Typescript
Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia · On-site
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Possesses, understands and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system focus area* and related SEL products. 2. Train and assist customers with the …
Skills: Power System Automation, Electric Power System Protection, PLC, IEC-61850, DNP
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$97k–$144k/yr
Primary Responsibilities: Research and document new ideas and write new product specifications. Develop application notes, white papers, technical reports, and conference and journal papers on innovative applications or …
Skills: Power System Analysis, Power System Protection, Power System Stability, Matlab, Simulink
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$98k–$144k/yr
Job Description We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Protection Engineer to join our Engineering Services team. As a Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power …
Skills: Relay Protection, Power System Design, Relay Coordination, Automation Systems, Commissioning
Ciudad de México, Mexico · On-site
Puesto: Ingeniero de Servicios (Protecciones Eléctricas). Estudios: Ingeniería en Electricidad o Mecatrónica (Titulado). Nivel del inglés: Intermedio. 5 años de experiencia en Pruebas a esquemas de protección. Viajes: 80…
Skills: Electrical Power Systems, Protection Schemes, Relay Configuration, DNP Protocol, IEC-61850
Fairview Heights, Illinois, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$24/hr
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Engineering Services seeks a professional, innovative, and detailed individual for our Designer Intern position. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work full-t…
Skills: CAD Drafting, AutoCAD, Microstation, Electrical Design, Technical Documentation
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$115k–$170k/yr
About Us We’re a team of professional embedded/firmware engineers dedicated to making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical. We’re looking for colleagues who are passionate about developing hard real-ti…
Skills: C, C++, Object Oriented Design, Unit Testing, Debugging
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provide administrative support to the department and project teams, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, generating meeting minutes, prepare presentations, creating and…
Skills: Microsoft Office, Technical Communication, Writing, Documentation, Speaking
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$84k–$144k/yr
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for a Front-End Web Developer to work with a highly collaborative team to develop our public-facing website. As a developer, you will play an integral role in the spec…
Skills: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, TypeScript
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
$76k–$112k/yr
We are looking for an HR professional to join our team as a Human Resources Partner in Pullman, WA! In this role, you will coach employees and supervisors on various personnel topics, handle employee relations issues wit…
Skills: Employee Relations, Recruiting, Employment Law, Coaching, Conflict Resolution
Pullman, Washington, United States · On-site
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Implement and manage mid to large company programs. 2. Design and implement new programs. 3. Ensure leadership, coordination, and execution of program improvements. 4. Create and …
Skills: Program Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Project Coordination, Performance Analysis
Pullman, Washington, United States • On-site
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Lead the design and development of software tools for power system event analysis, including fault location algorithms and waveform visualization. Mentor developers and collaborate with UX designers and protection engineers to translate complex workflows into intuitive software experiences.
Requires a BS in Computer Science or Software Engineering and 8+ years of professional software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership. Proficiency in multiple programming languages and experience with complex data processing for desktop or web applications is essential.
Join Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) as a Lead Software Engineer where you will help shape the future of power system event analysis. The Synchrowave software team builds advanced tools that engineers around the world rely on to understand, diagnose, and improve power system performance.
In this role you will collaborate with developers, engineers, and UX designers to develop new products that automate event analysis, locate faults and prevent outages. Your work will play a key role in ensuring that Synchrowave products deliver accurate, reliable, and intuitive analyses to engineers who depend on SEL solutions every day. If you’re passionate about applying your software development skillset to create high‑impact software tools that transform the way engineers analyze faults, we would be excited to welcome you to the Synchrowave team.
Designing and building features that automate power system event analysis, including fault location algorithms, waveform visualization, and reporting.
Leading technical design discussions, writing design documents, and making architectural decisions that balance performance, maintainability, and usability.
Mentoring developers on software design patterns and domain concepts.
Collaborating with protection engineers and UX designers to translate complex workflows into intuitive software experiences.
Investigating and resolving challenging technical issues
You have 8+ years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated technical leadership, working knowledge and experience of electric power systems or other transferable knowledge and industry experience.
You are proficient in multiple programming languages and have experience building desktop or web applications with complex data processing.
You write clean, testable code and champion engineering best practices such as automated testing, continuous integration, and iterative delivery.
You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and can translate requirements into well-structured software designs.
You have experience leading or mentoring a team of developers.
It is a plus if you have:
Domain knowledge of electric power systems, protection and control, automation, and data analytics.
Experience with full-stack development.
Familiarity with containerization and microservice architectures.
Experience efficiently applying AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, AI code review, AI-driven testing) to accelerate software delivery while maintaining code quality.
Understanding of how to evaluate and integrate AI/ML capabilities into product features.
Experience in electrical utilities, consulting, or system integration.
Extensive experience with power systems and customers.
Working knowledge of Vision or other PM Tracking Software.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Develop engineers, specialists, and technicians; serve as a technical expert in software design and application for automation solutions.
Research, innovate, and develop new solutions and processes.
Review, approve, and complete scopes, budgets, and schedules with a high standard of quality.
Lead project planning and support customers in design, configuration, validation, and deployment of solutions.
Model and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing principles.
Perform other duties as assigned.
BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Willingness to travel occasionally.
Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
Negative drug test result(s).
Location - Pullman, WA
This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
Pay Range Data - $121,000 - $181,500 annually
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Lead level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Lead Software Engineer: $102,500 - $153,700 annually
Development Lead Engineer: $121,000 - $181,500 annually
Senior Software Engineer: $142,800 - $214,100 annually
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.
Making Electric Power Safer, More Reliable, and More Economical
SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Legacy Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 174 countries around the world. Customer Focus From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service. Impact SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners. Follow us to learn more about the latest innovations and insights in the industry as we make the power grid and the critical devices within it smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.
Offices: 2350 NE Hopkins Court, Pullman, WA 99163, US · 6835 Shiloh Road East, Suite C-1, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005, US · 9054 Cotter Street, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035, US · 14492 North Sheldon Road, Suite 320, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, US · 3100 Wilcrest Drive, Suite 350, Houston, Texas 77042, US
Making Electric Power Safer, More Reliable, and More Economical
SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Legacy Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 174 countries around the world. Customer Focus From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service. Impact SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners. Follow us to learn more about the latest innovations and insights in the industry as we make the power grid and the critical devices within it smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.
Offices: 2350 NE Hopkins Court, Pullman, WA 99163, US · 6835 Shiloh Road East, Suite C-1, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005, US · 9054 Cotter Street, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035, US · 14492 North Sheldon Road, Suite 320, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, US · 3100 Wilcrest Drive, Suite 350, Houston, Texas 77042, US
