Process Engineering Technician I - 2nd Shift
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · West Lafayette, IN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in West Lafayette, IN. You’ll provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, DOE
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 24 other live process postings in Indiana.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $84k–$110k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 44%
- Team leadership 36%
- Six Sigma 32%
- ✓ Root cause 32%
- ✓ DOE 24%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
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Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- 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?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in West Lafayette
4 other open roles at this site.
- Manufacturing Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
- Sr. Manufacturing Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
- Test Engineering Technician I - First Shift · Manufacturing
- Test Engineering Technician I - Swing Shift · Manufacturing
Full description from Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
to ensure accurate and efficient production.
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
About Our Team
Process Engineering and Maintenance teams focus on optimizing manufacturing performance by improving equipment reliability, reducing unplanned downtime, and increasing operational efficiency. Working closely with engineers, technicians, and operators, they support process improvement, root cause analysis, and preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives that help Manufacturing Operations make informed decisions and solve problems proactively.
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.
Location - West Lafayette, IN
This position is located in West Lafayette, IN, a welcoming community that combines small-town charm with the energy of world-class university town. Home to Purdue University, the area is known for its innovation, strong schools, and vibrant community. Residents enjoy parks and outdoor recreation, local events, diverse dining options, and an affordable cost of living, all while being conveniently located within driving distance of Indianapolis and Chicago.
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: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour (plus $5.00/hr 2nd shift differential)
Process Engineering Technician I: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour
Process Engineering Technician II: $33.00 - $50.00 per hour
Process Engineering Technician III: $39.00 - $59.00 per hour
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 Process Engineering team in Manufacturing Operations as a Process Engineering Technician I in West Lafayette, Indiana . If you are looking to grow your career and are motivated by solving meaningful problems, we encourage you to apply today!
Must be willing and able to travel during the first 4-6 months of employment for training, totaling approximately 8-12 weeks in two-week increments.
As a Process Engineering Technician I, you’ll provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification
A typical day as a Process Engineering Technician I might include
- •Assisting in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
- •Documenting, modifying, and maintaining manufacturing related procedures.
- •Managing the procurement of assembly process tools.
- •Training operators and support staff as needed.
- •Learning and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
This job might be for you if
- •You have a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience.
- •Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
- •You have basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)
- •You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- •You can learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- •You can work cooperatively in a team environment.
It is a plus if you have
- +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.
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