Engineering Manager II

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 155,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (employee stock ownership)

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADP

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition assistance and engineering dev

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager II for Process Engineering. The role leads Engineers, Technicians, and Specialists across multiple sites to continuously improve through-hole solder processes, leveraging wave and selective soldering technologies.

You will own processes, drive capability, and deploy quality systems across Pullman, Lewiston, and other sites. You will attract and develop talent, set strategy, and present at internal and external meetings.

Qualifications

• BS in Materials Science or Engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years of related engineering or management experience
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Experience in PCB/PCBA manufacturing, especially through-hole soldering
• PMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline/technology/process across teams with cost, schedule, and performance targets
• Assist portfolio planning and long-term strategy
• Manage hiring, supervision and development of contributors
• Represent group at external meetings and internal forums
• Model SEL values and World Class Manufacturing principles
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Hiring & development

Communication

Project management

Process optimization

Technical breadth

Mentoring

Education

BS in Materials Science/Engineering

PMP certification

MS in Materials Science/Engineering or Business

Job description

As an Engineering Manager II within Process Engineering, you will lead and grow a team of Engineers, Technicians, and Specialists responsible for continuously improving the performance of SEL’s through-hole solder process area.SEL through-hole PCBA manufacturing leverages a mix of wave and selective solder technologies. This position acts as the Engineering Process Owner for both processes and is responsible for identifying and deploying the appropriate systems for each line and product application and continuously improving them using SEL quality tools. This position will oversee these processes in Pullman, Lewiston, West Lafayette, Nampa, Post Falls, and potentially other future locations depending on company needs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities1. Leads on discipline/technology/process, keeping cost, schedule, and performance objectives in mind.2. Assists portfolio planning and long-term strategy.3. Performs management activities to attract, hire, supervise, and develop individual contributors to meet the goals of the group.4. Participates at external meetings and presents at large internal meetings/forums.5. Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.6. Understand. Create. Simplify.7. Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsB.S. in Materials Science or Engineering field or equivalent combination of education/experience10+ years of related engineering or management experienceStrong technical knowledge in one or more engineering disciplines/technologiesDemonstrated ability to design/produce/support successful products/processesAbility to manage product line/process problems requiring creativity, ingenuity, and guidance from managerStrong desire to develop employees and lead projectsAbility to define general approaches and specific solutions to technical problemsStrong writing, documentation, and speaking skillsAbility to learn new skills and assume new responsibilitiesAbility to work cooperatively in a team environmentBackground check results satisfactory to SELNegative drug test result(s)Preferred QualificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationMaster’s degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or BusinessExperience in PCB or PCBA manufacturing, especially through-hole solderingPhysical RequirementsNoneLocationPullman, WA or Lewiston, ID through 2027, then flexible to any SEL electronic device factory location (Pullman, Lewiston, West Lafayette, Nampa, Post Falls, etc.)TravelUp to 25% to provide support to remote (domestic) employees and factories and to visit with equipment and material suppliers in the U.S. and Germany.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 -$155,100 - $232,700We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Engineering Manager II level, 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.Communication with ApplicantsWe 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 [e-mail] is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.