Application Engineer - Cellular Communications

Interested in securing Smart Grid Infrastructure? Here is your chance to make an impact!

Our mission is to electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Security plays a significant part in this mission. This role designs and implements secure machine-to-machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products and services.

The Application Engineer – Cellular Communications is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the secure cellular solutions including but not limited to 5G, pLTE, and 4G LTE. They will also partner and engage with our Systems Architecture team to implement inherently safe cyber solutions for our nation’s most vital infrastructure. The Application Engineer - Cellular Communications shall have a blend of security and application experience.

As an Application Engineer – Cellular Communications a typical day might include the following :

Maintain and improve knowledge of power systems, cellular communications technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G, private cellular networks), and all related SEL products.

Familiarity and expertise in 3GPP standards around Cyber Security (i.e. Rel-18). Participate in CTIA certification programs

Help customers apply SEL products through visits, demonstrations, training courses, and telephone contact, with a focus on wireless communication solutions for utility and industrial applications.

Apply principles, theories, standard techniques, and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of problems, especially in wireless network design, deployment, and troubleshooting.

Graduate of the Engineering Development Program, where applicable.

Contribute to product specifications, application and testing software, and literature, particularly for cellular modems, routers, and communication gateways.

Participate in SEL marketing and sales activities, industry technical meetings, and conferences, especially those related to telecommunications and smart grid communications.

Publish application guides, notes, template guides, software tools, and / or technical conference papers related to cellular communications in utility environments.

Participate in threat models for products, develops security measures, and proactively aids in addressing vulnerabilities during development cycles.

Increase contributions through customer feedback process, IMI teams, and contributing entries to AE FAQ or knowledge database, especially in wireless and cellular communication topics.

This job might be for you if :

You have bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or equivalent.

You possess typically 2+ years of experience in cellular communications, wireless networking, or power systems communications.

You have familiarity with LTE / 5G technologies, private cellular networks (CBRS), and industrial wireless protocols.

Your experience aligns with network configuration, RF planning, and cellular modem / router integration.

Familiarity with API authorization mechanisms, including OAuth2, shared key, dynamic secrets, key management, and certificates

Listens carefully; provides positive, helpful, and professional communication to internal and external customers in a clear and concise manner.

Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances.

Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and experiments to find new solutions.

Creates a positive and motivating working environment for all.

Proven technical training, speaking, writing, and customer service skills.

Ability to direct daily work activities with general supervision.

Models high standards of honesty and integrity.

Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.

Ability to travel.

Location

Boise, ID - This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.

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

We anticipate filling this position as a Application Engineer $85,000 - $108,000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay 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.