Mechanical Engineer

As a Mechanical Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Generating mechanical specifications for a new product or a change to an existing product.
• Designing robust components, housings, and assemblies.
• Performing tolerance studies, computer simulations, or other technical activities required to ensure product quality.
• Conducting design reviews to demonstrate product robustness and manufacturability.
• Writing test plans, executing design tests, and reviewing test results.
• Preparing and maintaining project notebooks and related documentation.
• Generating and maintaining accurate bills of material.
• Estimating labor and material for new projects.
• Qualifying custom part vendors.
• Coordinating engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing colleagues.
• Mentoring and directing the efforts of interns, designers, and technicians.

This job might be for you if:

• You have a B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
• You have 2+ years of experience in at least two of the following areas: electromechanical packaging design, computer-aided design, materials and processes, mechanics.
• You are detail-oriented and skilled at solving challenging problems.
• You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years SolidWorks experience
• Knowledge of one or more of the following areas: industrial plastics, spring design, sealing design, environmental testing, finite element analysis
• Experience effectively managing projects

Location Information

​Spokane Valley, WA- This position is located in Spokane Valley, WA, where you are minutes from a vast array of outdoor activities to enjoy. Beautiful lakes, rivers, and mountains with dozens of hiking trails and miles of biking trails to choose from. A small-town feel, but just minutes from downtown entertainment, dining and shopping in both Spokane, WA and nearby Coeur d'Alene, ID. The perfect place to live if you want the best of both worlds -- small town feel with a little city. ​

West Lafayette, IN- This position is located in West Lafayette, IN, best known as the home of Purdue University. West Lafayette is situated directly across the Wabash River and is a short drive to Indianapolis and Chicago. The city is characterized by its strong academic presence, diverse community, and a variety of recreational opportunities, making it a dynamic place to live and visit.​

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

We anticipate filling this position as a Mechanical Engineer $85,000 - $108,000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.