Protection and Control (P&C) Designer

Boise, ID

Full Time

Posted August 7, 2026

$68k - $99k

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) , we're on a mission to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more efficient.

As a key member of our engineering team, you'll help bring critical power protection and automation projects to life by:
Creating detailed physical and electrical designs for utility and industrial projects
Developing CAD drawings, schematics, and project documentation
Supporting technical leads throughout project execution
Delivering high-quality work on time and within budget
Building expertise in SEL technologies, relay protection systems, and industry best practices
Mentoring and assisting drafters with technical tasks
Continuously improving processes and helping drive innovation
Living SEL's mission to Understand. Create. Simplify.

Associate's degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of high-voltage electrical design experience
Experience working on protective relay control system projects
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
Understanding of protective relay installation requirements
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
Willingness to travel as needed
Curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement
BSEE, BSET, or related engineering degree Testing and commissioning experience with protective relays, SCADA, or process control systems
Utility, consulting, or system integration experience
Knowledge of power system protection and automation applications

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.