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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) · 5 months ago

Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer

Idaho - Lewiston

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $108K/yr

4+ years exp

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a people-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join their Product Support and Development - Mechanical team in the Manufacturing Division. The role involves hands-on design work, problem-solving, and project management to develop mechanical and robotic solutions for manufacturing facilities.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Designing everything from plastic and sheet metal parts to machined components and automation stations

Conducting analysis — looking at tolerances, stress, fatigue, thermal effects, and running FMEAs

Managing a technical team to deliver results on time and within budget while developing employees

Owning everything from problem statement creation to solution integration and closing out projects

Involvement in design reviews and providing feedback

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringCADAutomation integrationMaterialsProcessesMechanicsElectronic manufacturing techniquesLearning new skillsProblem-solving skillsProject managementCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Approximately 4+ years of experience in three or more of the following areas: Automation integration, Materials and processes, Mechanics, CAD, Manufacturing engineering, Electronic manufacturing techniques

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to manage and track projects effectively

Clear and effective communication skills—written, verbal, and documentation

Quick to learn new skills and open to taking on new responsibilities

Works well in team environments

Must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements

Preferred

Experience leading small teams

Experience working with robotics, especially Universal Robots Cobots, and vision systems

Experience supporting design, automation, or general engineering in a manufacturing setting

Experience writing or running Design of Experiments

Benefits

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.

Company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

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SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Founded in 1982

Pullman, Washington, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.selinc.com/

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