At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL), our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our company prides itself on embracing the values of quality, reliability, integrity, and excellent customer service. We were named as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and among the top Best Workplaces for Baby Boomers. We encourage professional development because when you are your best, that is when we are our best. SEL has an exciting opportunity to welcome a new employee-owner to our Product Compliance team in Pullman, WA. As a Compliance Technician - Mechanical Engineering, you will oversee projects, provide technical support to customers, and work in a state-of-the-art test facility. If you are a self-starter with keen attention to detail, enjoy analysis, and strive for integrity, quality, and customer focus in your career, this is the position for you! Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Perform mechanical, environmental, and other compliance tests and document results appropriately in accordance with applicable standards. • Provide overall support for Product Compliance and R&D personnel. • Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain (5S) mechanical and environmental Product Compliance laboratories. • Maintain, validate, and troubleshoot test equipment and setups to ensure compliance. • Build, assemble, and document test fixtures and prototypes under the direction of an engineer or technician. • Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of applicable standards and requirements for product safety testing. • Seek opportunities to identify, measure, and improve processes and documentation. • Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Two-year Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related associate degree, or 4+ years of related experience. • 2+ years of experience with mechanical and environmental test equipment, methods, and philosophies at an electronics development and manufacturing company. • Hands-on working knowledge of mechanical, environmental, and other compliance test equipment. • Self-motivated/self-starter with the ability to work independently in an efficient manner. • Strong attention to details. • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills. • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities. • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. • Background check results satisfactory to SEL. • Negative drug test result(s). Preferred Qualifications • Practical knowledge of electronic circuitry and 3-phase power systems. • Familiarity with programming and testing automation. • Familiarity with Product Safety principles. • Experience operating within a UL Data Acceptance Program (DAP) or Customer Test Facility (CTF) Program. • Testing experience with one or more of the following: • CSA/UL/EN/IEC 61010-1, -2-030, -2-201 • EN/IEC 60255-27 • EN/IEC 60529 • UL 508 / CSA C22.2 No. 14 • Practical knowledge of 3D printing, machining, sheet metal, plastic fabrication techniques, and mechanical systems. • Practical knowledge of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) such as SolidWorks. Physical Requirements • Sit and stand at least eight hours. • Lift up to 30 pounds infrequently. • Vision correctable to 20/30 or better. • Differentiate color. • Bend/Reach. Location Pullman, WA - SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. 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. Salary Information $28.95 - $32.75 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. 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.
See More Details >>At Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL), our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our company prides itself on embracing the values of quality, reliability, integrity, and excellent customer service. We were named as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and among the top Best Workplaces for Baby Boomers. We encourage professional development because when you are your best, that is when we are our best. SEL has an exciting opportunity to welcome a new employee-owner to our Product Compliance team in Pullman, WA. As a Compliance Technician - Mechanical Engineering, you will oversee projects, provide technical support to customers, and work in a state-of-the-art test facility. If you are a self-starter with keen attention to detail, enjoy analysis, and strive for integrity, quality, and customer focus in your career, this is the position for you! Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Perform mechanical, environmental, and other compliance tests and document results appropriately in accordance with applicable standards. • Provide overall support for Product Compliance and R&D personnel. • Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain (5S) mechanical and environmental Product Compliance laboratories. • Maintain, validate, and troubleshoot test equipment and setups to ensure compliance. • Build, assemble, and document test fixtures and prototypes under the direction of an engineer or technician. • Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of applicable standards and requirements for product safety testing. • Seek opportunities to identify, measure, and improve processes and documentation. • Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Two-year Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related associate degree, or 4+ years of related experience. • 2+ years of experience with mechanical and environmental test equipment, methods, and philosophies at an electronics development and manufacturing company. • Hands-on working knowledge of mechanical, environmental, and other compliance test equipment. • Self-motivated/self-starter with the ability to work independently in an efficient manner. • Strong attention to details. • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills. • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities. • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. • Background check results satisfactory to SEL. • Negative drug test result(s). Preferred Qualifications • Practical knowledge of electronic circuitry and 3-phase power systems. • Familiarity with programming and testing automation. • Familiarity with Product Safety principles. • Experience operating within a UL Data Acceptance Program (DAP) or Customer Test Facility (CTF) Program. • Testing experience with one or more of the following: • CSA/UL/EN/IEC 61010-1, -2-030, -2-201 • EN/IEC 60255-27 • EN/IEC 60529 • UL 508 / CSA C22.2 No. 14 • Practical knowledge of 3D printing, machining, sheet metal, plastic fabrication techniques, and mechanical systems. • Practical knowledge of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) such as SolidWorks. Physical Requirements • Sit and stand at least eight hours. • Lift up to 30 pounds infrequently. • Vision correctable to 20/30 or better. • Differentiate color. • Bend/Reach. Location Pullman, WA - SEL's corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. 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. Salary Information $28.95 - $32.75 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAMfilteror reach out to us at careers@selinc.com. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
See More Details >>Note: US Citizenship Required A typical day might include the following: 1. Perform the following Mechanical Engineering functions under the direction of Mechanical Engineers: - Thermal and fluid dynamics modeling and simulation using ANSYS (or other finite element analysis software) - Mechanism design including rotational and linear force transmission - Thermal analysis and design - Mechanical shock and vibration testing and analysis - Prototyping and first article inspections of new products - Assembly design - Design for manufacturability/assembly - Plastic, metal, and composite part design - Component selection and specification - Improvement of existing products - Tolerance studies 2. Qualify and monitor component and custom part vendors. 3. Generate and maintain accurate bills of materials. Provide accurate labor and material estimates under supervision. 4. Review and support documentation, mechanical designs, and manufacturing process design. 5. Write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results. 6. Maintain current and accurate project notebooks. 7. Communicate and collaborate with customers using verbal discussion, written correspondence, teleconferences, technical reports, papers, presentations, and product documentation. 8. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. 9. Understand. Create. Simplify. 10. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications US Citizenship Required B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field Education/experience in the following areas: - Heat transfer - Computer-aided design, SolidWorks preferred - Material selection - Mechanics - Part and assembly design Problem solving skills Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s) Preferred Experience Education/experience in the following areas: - Electronics heat transfer & cooling - Industrial plastics and composites - Industrial manufacturing processes (welding, machining, injection molding, etc) - Writing system-level test plans, conducting design tests, and review results - SolidWorks modelling and simulation - Electromechanical packaging design - Electronic manufacturing techniques - Environmental testing - Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills - Working knowledge of project management processes and procedures Pullman, WA- SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. 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 Mechanical Engineer $85,000 — $108,000. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our 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 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.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Pullman, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 65,984 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $1284 per week in Pullman, WA. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms facilitate the search for apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with substantial earning potential, often exceeding $103,000 annually for experienced professionals.
