Process Engineer
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Moscow, ID
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in Moscow, ID. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn hands-on, provide technical support, innovate, and maintain complex manufacturing processing spanning many different engineering disciplines, keep reading!
- Tools it names
- Root cause, CNC
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Idaho: typical posted base $89k–$134k. This one lists $89k–$134k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 15 process engineer openings in Idaho, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Idaho plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 14 other live process postings in Idaho.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
Typical $89k–$134k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 40%
- Team leadership 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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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
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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 Moscow
1 other open role at this site · 8 people we found in process roles at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.
- Lead Controls Engineer · Controls · Manager
Full description from Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
We are seeking a curious and detail-oriented professional to join our Process Engineering Team in our printed circuit board factory, supporting production. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn hands-on, provide technical support, innovate, and maintain complex manufacturing processing spanning many different engineering disciplines, keep reading! This opportunity is for Engineers of all experience levels, our close-knit teams provide ample opportunity to gain exposure to many aspects of our printed circuit board fabrication processes but to be focused on mechanical side.
As a Process Engineer, a typical day might include the following
- •Providing engineering support in multiple areas of manufacturing.
- •Specifying, developing, justifying, documenting, implementing, and sustaining assembly processes, equipment, and materials.
- •Improving quality, efficiency, and capacity of processes.
- •Evaluating new equipment and processes for qualification.
- •Investigating and recommending solutions to manufacturing challenges.
- •Developing and/or conducting experiments to identify root cause of problems and evaluate process capabilities.
- •Applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
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This job might be for you if you are a US Citizen and if you
- •You have a B.S. in Engineering or equivalent.
- •You have a working knowledge of mechanical processes such as CNC operations.
- •You can train technical and non-technical staff.
- •You possess effective writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- •You are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
Location
Moscow, ID – This position is located in SEL’s state of the art Printed Circuit Board factory in Moscow, ID. 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 Data
$89,400 - $134,100 annually - Process Engineer
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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