Engineering Support Specialist I

As a Process Engineering Support Specialist on SEL’s Through-hole Automation team, you will provide hands‑on support for a variety of our automated insertion systems which play an integral role in automating hand placements. This role goes beyond routine equipment support. You will contribute directly to the TH Automation team's primary objective of automating 80% of all hand placements by volume. You will help install, qualify, maintain, and improve Radial, Axial, and Oddform insertion processes used across multiple factories and product families. You will work closely with Process Engineers, technicians, manufacturing teams, and suppliers to troubleshoot issues, support new implementations, and continuously improve auto-insertion capability and capacity. This position is a strong fit for individuals who enjoy practical problem‑solving, learning complex systems, and seeing their work make a direct impact on manufacturing quality, and the dignity of work of the customers they support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Complete basic testing, services, or troubleshooting of SEL products and processes in accordance with defined procedures under the direction of more experienced staff.

2. Provides status updates to SEL staff and customers. Communicates effectively with team and internal partners and customers.

3. Learn and follow department processes while communicating opportunities for improvement to documentation or work instructions.

4. Represent your team by participating in collaborative improvement efforts.

5. Develop basic proficiency in the activities required to support one of the Operation Team’s disciplines (i.e. Flowline product failures, Product Hospital, test infrastructure support, or Test Lab), or R&D’s disciplines (i.e. Lab Support, Product Test, Infrastructure, or Compliance).

6. Learn and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

7. Understand. Create. Simplify.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Two years’ relevant experience   
Able to efficiently operate Windows and MS Office
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

Two years’ experience working with SEL products

Experience with computer-controlled test equipment

Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, electronic schematics, and wiring diagrams

Physical 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

Use of computer keyboard devices

Reach, Bend, Twist

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: $25.96– $38.37 per hour

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.