I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in July 2015
Interview
Applied online. Took a week to get call. First round phone interview by HR on power system basics,symmetrical components,distance relaying, followed by technical round through webex. Few HR questions and sel values. Strengths and weakness. It was about 1 hour for the phone interview. The webex was longer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
power flow, mho relay, synchronous generator,induction motor
I interviewed at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (Irvine, CA)
Interview
The process was very extensive and intense with 2-3 rounds
We had a prelim video interview (mostly technical)
On site interview (presentation)
Meet the team and lunch. After that they talked about benefits and salaries
I interviewed at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Interview
HR will call you and read a list of 10 generated questions from their big pool of questions
They do not know anything about the questions so they cannot clarify, and all they do is write down what you are saying
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How are the ratings determined for someone wearing PPE?
I interviewed at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Interview
Conduct independent research and present on implementing a Protection relay of the interviewing panels choosing. Then standard experience and technical questions. SEL is also very proud of their Values and Culture so take the time to research the company before you walk in the door.