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 requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
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 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.
Location – Nampa, ID
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
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at a level 1, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Level I: $31.00 - $46.00 per hour
Level II: $34.00 – $50.00 per hour
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 [email protected].
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Skills Required
- Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
- Basic computer skills, including Windows-based programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and SQL
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Ability to lift and maneuver 40 pounds
- Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems
- Experience writing or conducting Design of Experiments
- Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery
- Experience preparing material cross-sections for microscopic analysis
- Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) and has not been reviewed or approved by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL).
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as comprehensive, with the employer covering a significant share of premiums. Feedback suggests on-site clinics, EAP, and wellness programs further strengthen day-to-day health support at major campuses.
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Retirement Support — Employee ownership through an ESOP is positioned as a meaningful long-term benefit for full-time employees. Feedback suggests many view the ownership model and retirement programs as strong components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and sick time are characterized as generous alongside company holidays and special leave options. Feedback suggests time off begins accruing immediately and supports key life events.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Insights
What We Do
SEL serves the power industry worldwide through the design, manufacture, supply and support of products and services for power system protection, monitoring, control, automation, communications and metering. For more than 30 years, SEL has offered unmatched local technical support, a 10‐year, worldwide warranty and a commitment to making electric power safer, more reliable and more economical.
