Project Manager III

A Manufacturing Process Engineering team at SEL is seeking a passionate, experienced project manager to lead factory-focused engineering projects to invent the future of SEL manufacturing. Our team of engineers, project managers, and technicians supports circuit board production in two factory facilities in Pullman, WA and Lewiston, ID. As a member of our growing team, you will develop and maintain schedules and resource plans, influence capital planning, oversee technical teams, and regularly communicate with senior leaders to drive successful execution of tactical and strategic projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the activities of multiple divisions/departments as necessary to meet project objectives. Drive consensus among project stakeholders and team members.

2. Work under minimal supervision to establish project plans, and execute and coordinate multiple projects, some crossing different functions/disciplines.

3. Create, maintain, and monitor accurate metrics, project files, and project tracking reports such as time reporting, financial records, schedules, budgets, and summary spreadsheets. Own accurate assessment and analysis of project deliverables to assist the team with meeting project objectives such as cost, schedule, and quality objectives.

4. Readily and promptly identify project performance related issues. Identify, track and help mitigate project related risks.

5. May create and deliver presentations on project status to management.

6. Identify opportunities for improvement to project processes make a significant contribution in making those improvements.

7. Mentors others. May lead or supervise interns.

8. Follow SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World-Class Manufacturing principles.

9. Understand. Create. Simplify.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration

4+ years of direct experience managing projects

Excellent coordination, organization, and prioritizing skills

Strong communication and customer focus

Demonstrated competent level knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminology

Basic level of business acumen related to budgets, expense planning, resource allocation, and forecasting

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Knowledge of Microsoft Project or other project management tracking software 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

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience in both agile and waterfall development

Proficiency in MS Project and familiarity with Confluence and Jira

Experience managing process improvements in a Manufacturing environment

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Knowledge of electric power system protection, integration, and automation practices

Knowledge of SEL products

Physical Requirements
None

Location Information

Pullman, WA- The SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. 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.

Lewiston, ID- This position is located at an SEL state of the art manufacturing facility in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. 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.

An Award Winning Company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) has earned a reputation for quality, reliability, integrity, and service. This has enabled us to expand within both the electric utility and industrial markets in many different industries, markets, and geographies around the world.

Communication with Applicants

SEL sends an initial e-mail response to all applicants at time of résumé or CV submittal. If you do not receive this communication, please check your SPAM filter and make sure your system is not blocking e-mails from SEL. It is important that you ensure your receipt of this e-mail as SEL may communicate future position updates via e-mail.

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

Project Manager II $36.56 - $41.70 per hour. Project Manager III $86,670 - $98,000 per year. Our salary 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 

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.