Experienced Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our product testing team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Government Services. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving test systems to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our power system protection products. You will work with a team of test engineers, evaluate prototype behavior, analyze test data, and troubleshoot equipment when subjected to the rigors of high-impact shock, acoustics, or other extreme environmental conditions. US Citizenship Required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Perform the following mechanical engineering functions:

• assembly design
• plastic and metal part design
• tolerance studies
• thermal analysis and design
• mechanical shock and vibration analysis 2.

Review, support, approve and provide recommendations for improvements to documentation, mechanical designs, and testing process. 3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and conduct prototype and confidence testing. 4. Write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results. 5. Coordinate qualification test efforts with customers and outside laboratories. 6. Maintain current and accurate project notebooks. 7. Mentor interns, designers, and associate engineers. 8. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. 9. Understand. Create. Simplify. 10. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering 2+ years' experience in three or more of the following areas:

• heat transfer
• materials and processes
• mechanics
• acoustics
• computer-aided design
• statistical analysis Strong problem solving skills Strong project management experience Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s) Preferred Qualifications 2+ years SolidWorks experience Environmental testing experience Thermal modelling Finite Element Analysis Familiarity with

MIL-SPEC

requirements

• MIL-DTL-901

  High-impact Shock

• MIL-STD-167-1

  Vibration

• MIL-STD-1472

  Human Engineering

• MIL-E-2036

  Enclosures Physical Requirements None Location Pullman, WA
• This position is located in Pullman, WA.

Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. 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:

Mechanical Engineer:

$97,000

• $144,000

Lead Mechanical Engineer:

$115,000

• $170,000

Development Lead Engineer:

$136,000

• $201,000 Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role.

Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role. 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. SEL is an

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide.

Our mission is simple:

to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.