Note: US Citizenship Required A typical day might include the following: 1. Perform the following Mechanical Engineering functions under the direction of Mechanical Engineers: - Mechanism design - 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. Minimum Qualifications: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering 2+ years of experience in the following areas: - Heat transfer - Computer-aided design - Materials and 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 Qualifications: Preferred 4+ years experience in the areas below: - Electromechanical packaging design - Industrial manufacturing processes (welding, machining, injection molding, etc.) - SolidWorks modelling and simulation - FEA/CFD simulation using ANSYS (or other finite element analysis software) - Writing procedures and system-level test plans - Design of experiments and results data analysis/statistics 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 >>Manufacturing Test Infrastructure (MTI) is looking for an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineer to join our team. As a Mechanical Engineer in MTI, you will work in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced team environment to develop and support the automated test systems used in SEL production facilities. The test stations, fixtures, and other devices that you will invent help ensure our customers receive quality, high-reliability products that are fit for use in critical infrastructure applications around the world. Our team mission is to provide safe, reliable, defect-free test hardware on-time, every time. MTI not only designs and delivers ruggedized test hardware but also builds and validates it in-house. We collaborate closely with Test Engineering and Production to deploy the equipment to the manufacturing floor. We constantly look for ways to improve the performance and reliability of the fleet of test equipment already in service. The day-to-day work of a Mechanical Engineer in MTI involves developing test systems made of both commercial and custom-designed parts. You will have opportunities to design machined, sheet metal, and injection-molded plastic parts. You will also work with our internal and external supplier-partners to apply best-in-class Design for Manufacturing practices to your parts and assemblies. We regularly work with steel, aluminum, and copper alloys, thermo-plastics, and thermoset plastics to create customized test systems that delight our internal customers. Our work also includes testing and analyzing proposed design solutions to ensure robustness. You will be part of an incredibly capable mechanical engineering team that teaches and learns from each other. Bi-directional mentorship, support, and cross-division collaboration with other engineers is the norm. Bring your unique skills and abilities and join us in our relentless pursuit of excellence! As a Mechanical Engineer, a typical day will include the following: • Perform the following mechanical engineering functions: - assembly design - plastic and metal part design - tolerance studies - design for manufacturability/assembly - component selection and specification - thermal analysis and design - mechanical shock and vibration analysis • Qualify and monitor component and custom part vendors. • Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Material. Provide accurate labor and material estimates. • Review, support, approve and provide recommendations for improvements to documentation, mechanical designs, and manufacturing process design. • Write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results. • Maintain current and accurate project notebooks. • Mentor ME Interns, Designers, and Associate ME’s. • Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. • Understand. Create. Simplify. • Other duties as assigned. This job might be for you if you have: • B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering • 2+ years’ experience in three or more of the following areas: - electromechanical packaging design - heat transfer - materials and processes - mechanics - computer-aided design - electronic manufacturing techniques • Strong problem solving skills • Strong project management experience • 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: • 2+ years SolidWorks experience • Environmental testing experience • Industrial plastics • Thermal modelling • Finite Element Analysis 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. Pay Range Data: We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Salary range for position is $78,000 - $108,100 annually. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. 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. 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 >>Job Summary: We are seeking an innovative and skilled Mechanical Design Specialist to join our team. As a Mechanical Design Specialist, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems, components, and products under the guidance of experienced engineers. Your typical day may include mechanism design, thermal analysis, mechanical shock and vibration testing, prototyping, first article inspections, assembly design, design for manufacturability/assembly, plastic, metal, and composite part design, component selection and specification, improvement of existing products, tolerance studies, and more. You will also qualify and monitor vendors, generate and maintain accurate bills of materials, provide labor and material estimates, review and support documentation, mechanical designs, and manufacturing process design, write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results, maintain project notebooks, and communicate with customers. Responsibilities: • Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and products under the direction of experienced engineers • Conduct thermal analysis, mechanical shock and vibration testing, and prototype new products • Inspect first articles, design assemblies, and select components • Qualify and monitor vendors, generate bills of materials, and estimate labor and materials • Review and support documentation, mechanical designs, and manufacturing process design • Write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results • Maintain project notebooks and communicate with customers Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field • 2+ years of experience in heat transfer, computer-aided design, materials and mechanics, part and assembly design, problem solving, writing, documentation, and speaking skills • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities • Background check results satisfactory to SEL • Negative drug test result(s) • Preferred 4+ years of experience in electromechanical packaging design, industrial manufacturing processes, SolidWorks modeling, FEA/CFD simulation using ANSYS, writing procedures, system-level test plans, design of experiments, and results data analysis/statistics Work Environment: Our corporate office is located in Pullman, WA, offering an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life, country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities, great schools, and universities. Benefits: • 100% employee-owned company • Retirement benefits including employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options • Top-tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance • 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of pay • STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs • Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits Pay Range Data: $85,000 — $108,000 Salary range determined by job, responsibility, and location ],
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.
