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About this Senior Engineering Technician role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Onsite · Idaho - Nampa
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Perform functional and type tests requiring a comprehensive knowledge of electronics hardware and software with little supervision.
2. Create and oversee engineering development test plans.
3. Design and build engineering prototypes and test fixtures. Document construction and maintain pertinent engineering records.
4. Ensure laboratories are adequately equipped and properly maintained. Conduct laboratory reviews and recommend equipment purchases.
5. Train technicians and engineers on test setup and execution.
6. Participate in engineering design reviews.
7. Process Engineering Changes Orders (ECOs) of moderate complexity.
8. Document laboratory procedures.
9. Understand. Create. Simplify.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree
Minimum of ten years experience testing and analyzing complex electronic circuitry
Proficient with modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits
Proficient with modern test equipment
Working knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and SEL test standards
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
Familiarity with C and assembly languages
Experience with O.S. and computer equipment
Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems

Physical Requirements
None

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.

Location – Nampa, ID
Located in the heart of Idaho's Treasure Valley, Nampa offers a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a strong sense of community, and a growing economy. Residents enjoy nearby lakes, rivers, mountains, and year round outdoor activities while benefiting from the amenities of the greater Boise metropolitan area.


Travel
Must be willing and able to travel to SEL manufacturing facilities in Pullman, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho for training, process familiarization, and relationship building.

Pay Range Data - $43.33-$65.62

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 Engineering Manager 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.  

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 [email protected].

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

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