Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (Sel)
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SEL is looking for a people-oriented Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Product Support and Development - Mechanical team in our Manufacturing Division. Our team develops and integrates mechanical solutions for our manufacturing facilities that enable us to build our products in a safer, more reliable, or more economical way.
A mix of hands-on design work, problem-solving, and working directly with your customers.
Collaborating on everything from problem statement creation to solution integration and closing out the projects.
Primarily assisting in the development of mechanical solutions that make our production environment safer, more reliable, and more economical.
Using mechanical assemblies, occasional basic pneumatics and electronics, SolidWorks analysis methods, and various materials and manufacturing methods to turn concepts into engineered realities.
CAD work - whether you're building new designs or tweaking existing ones. Our solutions will be brought to life on the production floor so making sure they actually work in the real world is huge.
Being involved in design reviews and giving/receiving feedback.
Contributing to projects as part of a small agile team, delivering results on time and within budget while also developing your skillsets and supporting production staff to grow theirs as well.
You have a 2-year+ technical degree or the equivalent combination of training and work experience
You have competence with applied physics, geometry, algebra, and basic trigonometry
You have approximately 2+ years of experience in three or more of the following areas:
Mechanical design and analysis
Materials and processes
Mechanics
Manufacturing engineering
Electronic manufacturing techniques
You have clear and effective communication skills—written, verbal, and documentation
You are quick to learn new skills and open to taking on new responsibilities
You work well in team environments
You must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements
Worked with a wide variety of mechanical solutions or designed and deployed some already
Experience supporting design, or general engineering in a manufacturing environment
Written or run Design of Experiments
Physical Requirements
Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 35 pounds occasionally
Sit and stand for at least 8 hours
Vision correctable to 20/30 or better
Ability to differentiate color
Proficient in the use of computer keyboard devices
Reach, Bend, Twist
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.
Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
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.
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: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour
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 technician I 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.
Mechanical Engineering Technician I: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour
Mechanical Engineering Technician II: $33.00 - $50.00 per hour
Mechanical Engineering Technician III: $39.00 - $59.00 per hour
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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