Mechanical Engineering Technician

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Lewiston, ID

Level: Engineer
Team: Reliability
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in Lewiston, ID. You will contribute to the development of basic solutions, in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the supervision of an engineer or experienced technician.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree required
Tools it names: PLC, Robotics, Automation, Machining, Injection molding
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 422 other live reliability postings in the US.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Root cause 52%
✓ Team leadership 31%
✓ Automation 26%
FMEA 25%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, Injection molding, Python, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Off-shift / weekend coverageTraining program

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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Lewiston

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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.

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

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 Mechanical Engineering Technician in Lewiston, Idaho. If you are looking to grow your career and are motivated by solving meaningful problems, we encourage you to apply today! (Swing shift: 3pm-11:30pm or 12:30pm-9pm, M-F)

As a Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will contribute to the development of basic solutions, in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the supervision of an engineer or experienced technician. You will also document prototype construction, build/test results, etc. and maintain engineering records.

A typical day as a Mechanical Engineering Technician might include

•Learning to utilize job specific components/tools/standards.
•Assembling and delivering basic solutions and other related components.
•Providing project estimates (i.e. labor, materials, schedule, etc.).
•Completing accurate time logging and recordkeeping according to documented procedures.

This job might be for you if

•You have a two-year technical degree or the equivalent combination of training and relevant work experience.
•You can demonstrate technical competence for ALL of the "core curriculum":
•CAD modeling (CSWA level) & Dimensioning Standards, Drawing & schematic interpretation, Mathematics (Geometry, Trigonometry, College algebra), Applied Physics, Technical Writing
•You can demonstrate technical competence in 2+ of the following pathways:
•Design: Machine component, sheet metal, plastic injection molding, rapid prototyping, tolerance analysis, metrology, material/surface finish selection
•Stress: Statics, Mechanics of Materials, stress analysis
•Thermal: Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer
•Automation: Robotics, circuits, programming, machine vision, debugging
•Machining/Fabrication: Metal forming, cutting/machining, finishing, joining processes, metrology
•Testing: Engineering testing & instrumentation, troubleshooting, statistics
•You have 2+ years in a technical/manufacturing support role involving:
•Electronics Manufacturing, Product Assembly, Cables & Harness Assembly, Electrical Wiring, Product Testing, Pneumatics, Motor control, Automation, or Hydraulics.
•You have basic skills using MS Office apps.
•You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
•You have strong written & verbal communication skills.
•You have background check results satisfactory to SEL.
•You have negative drug test result(s).

It is a plus if you have

+Proficient use of project management and documentation tools, such as Confluence, and JIRA
+Basic computer programming experience (PLC, Python, PolyScript, VBA, etc.)
+Building experience identifying and troubleshooting basic process and development problems, verifying adherence to product/process specifications.
+Familiarity with the scientific method.

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