Process Engineering Technician I
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Nampa, ID
- 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 Nampa, 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
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How this role compares
Against 17 other live process postings in Idaho.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $89k–$134k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 28%
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Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
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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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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Nampa
7 other open roles at this site · 8 people we found on the process team.
- Process Engineer · Process
- Mechanical Engineering Technician · Reliability
- Process Engineering Technician (2nd Shift) · Process
- Senior Engineering Technician · Manufacturing · Senior
- Lead Quality Engineer · Quality · Manager
- Process & Maintenance Supervisor · Reliability · Supervisor
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 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.
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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 Nampa, 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.
Physical
Location
Nampa, ID – This position is located in Nampa, ID, in the heart of the Treasure Valley. Enjoy a thriving community with a family-friendly atmosphere, affordable living, and convenient access to the amenities of the greater Boise metropolitan area. Residents benefit from nearby outdoor recreation, including rivers, lakes, mountains, and miles of trails, as well as excellent schools, local events, and a growing economy that makes Nampa a great place to live and work.
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
Level I: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour
Level II: $34.00 - $50.00 per hour
Communication with Applicants
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