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Process Engineering Technician I (Swing Shift)

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Lewiston, ID

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Level
Engineer
Team
Process
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Industry
Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level process role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in Lewiston, ID. 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
DOE
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage
Openings
2 with this title at this site

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Process Engineer roles in Idaho: typical posted base $90k–$150k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 13 process engineer openings in Idaho, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 12 other live process postings in Idaho.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Root cause 38%
  • Team leadership 23%
  • ✓ DOE 23%

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At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageTraining programLifts up to 40 lbs

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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Lewiston

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requirements

to ensure accurate and efficient production. SHIFT: Swing (2nd shift) (Mon-Fri, 3:00pm to 11:30pm)

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 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: Lewiston, ID – This position is located in Lewiston, ID 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: $31.00-$46.00 per hour (plus swing shift differential: $5.00/hr)

Level I: $31.00-$46.00 per hour

Level II: $34.00 – $50.00 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 Manufacturing team as a Process Engineering Technician I in Lewiston, Idaho. If you are looking to grow your career and are motivated by solving meaningful problems, we encourage you to apply today!

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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