
SEL (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories) seeks a professional and innovative individual to join our PCB Factory team in Moscow, ID. SEL is a 100 percent employee-owned company that specializes in creating and manufacturing digital products and systems that protect, and control power systems around the world.
As an Process Engineering Technician, A typical Day might include the following:
1. Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
2. Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
3. Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.
4. Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
5. Train operators and support staff as needed.
6. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
7. Understand. Create. Simplify.
8. Other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if you have:
Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)
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
Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems
Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments
Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery
Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis
Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics
Physical Requirements
Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
Pull weight from high/low shelves
Reach
Bend
Grip
Twist
Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
Fine finger dexterity
Location
Moscow, ID – This position is located in SEL’s state of the art Printed Circuit Board factory in Moscow, ID. 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:
Automation Engineer, $32.88 – $48.60, We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
Legacy
Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 173 countries around the world.
Customer Focus
From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service.
Impact
SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners.
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