Manufacturing Engineer
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Pullman, WA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $103k–$130k
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in Pullman, WA. You will help shape the future of manufacturing by bridging product design, production operations, and automation technologies.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- Minitab, Automation, Tooling, SolidWorks
- Base pay
- $103k–$130k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Washington: typical posted base $103k–$145k. This one lists $103k–$130k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 39 manufacturing engineer openings in Washington, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Washington plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 38 other live manufacturing postings in Washington.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $100k–$135k, from 19 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 62%
- Root cause 49%
- ✓ Automation 38%
- Lean 31%
- New product launch 31%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Minitab, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Pullman
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Full description from Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Requirements
- ✓Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 35 pounds occasionally
- ✓Sit and stand for at least 8 hours
- ✓Vision correctable to 20/30 or better
- ✓Ability to differentiate color
- ✓Proficient in the use of computer keyboard devices
- ✓Reach, Bend, Twist
About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.
Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
Pullman, WA – T his 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.
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.
Please upload a cover letter at the time of application
Pay Range Information: $102,900 - $130,000 per year
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 .
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Manufacturing Operations team as a Manufacturing Engineer in Pullman, WA. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will help shape the future of manufacturing by bridging product design, production operations, and automation technologies. Through your efforts, you'll help SEL deliver world-class products while supporting our mission of making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
A typical day as a Manufacturing Engineer might include
- •Using data-driven analysis and simulation tools to optimize manufacturing processes, eliminate constraints, and increase factory throughput.
- •Working alongside Automation Engineering, you will develop and implement solutions that leverage SEL's growing automation toolset, while partnering with R&D to ensure products are designed for efficient manufacturing and future automation.
- •Identifying and evaluating automation opportunities, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and create practical tooling and fixtures that enhance quality, productivity, and operator experience.
This job might be for you if
- •You have a B.S. in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
- •You have excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- •You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- •You have the ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- •You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
It is a plus if you have
- +2 years' experience in electronic manufacturing processes.
- +Experience leading a small non-collegiate technical support team.
- +Knowledge/experience in any of the following: manufacturing tooling design, material flow modeling, process design, cabling, and reliability.
- +Competence in process modeling/simulation software similar to FlexSim or Simul8.
- +3D design and printing experience.
- +Competence with the some or all of the following software tools: Minitab tools, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Excel, PowerBI, Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), SolidWorks.
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