Mechanical/Robotics Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) options

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Pullman, WA, is seeking a Mechanical/Robotics Engineer for Product Support & Development—Mechanical. The role blends hands-on design, problem-solving, and direct customer collaboration to deliver safe, reliable automation for our manufacturing facilities.

You will lead a small team, guide projects from problem statement to solution, and ensure on-time, on-budget results while growing engineering talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is required.
• 2+ years in automation, CAD, manufacturing engineering, or related area.
• Strong problem-solving and project-tracking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team to develop automation solutions for manufacturing.
• Own problem statements, solution integration, and project closure.
• Collaborate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Deliver results on time and within budget.
• Hands-on CAD work and field validation of solutions.
• Develop employees as they progress in their careers.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Customer collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD

Robotics

Vision systems

Automation tools

Job description

SEL Mechanical/Robotics Engineer – Product Support & Development – Mechanical

SEL is looking for a people‑oriented Mechanical/Robotics Engineer to join our Product Support and Development – Mechanical team in our Manufacturing Division. Our team develops and integrates mechanical and robotic solutions for our manufacturing facilities that enable us to build our products in a safer, more reliable, or more economical way.

As an engineer in this role, day‑to‑day is a mix of hands‑on design work, problem‑solving, and working directly with your customers. You'll own everything from problem statement creation to solution integration and closing out the projects. You'll primarily be focused on leading a small team to develop automation solutions that make our production environments safer, more reliable, and more economical. You'll use tools like collaborative/industrial robotics, end‑of‑arm tooling, computer vision tools, and self‑developed mechanical tools/fixtures. CAD work is a regular thing, whether you're building new designs or tweaking existing ones. Your solutions will be brought to life on the production floor so making sure they actually work in the real world is huge. Design quality and collaboration are a big part of our day, so expect to be involved in design reviews and giving feedback. While you lead projects and your small team, you'll be focused on delivering results on time and within budget while also developing employees as they progress in their careers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Approximately 2+ years of experience in three or more of the following areas: Automation integration, Materials and processes, Mechanics, CAD, Manufacturing engineering, Electronic manufacturing techniques
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage and track projects effectively
• Clear and effective communication skills—written, verbal, and documentation
• Quick to learn new skills and open to taking on new responsibilities
• Works well in team environments
• Must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• We're looking for someone who has led small teams and knows how to keep things moving.
• Experience with robotics, especially Universal Robots Cobots, and vision systems, is a big plus.
• Experience supporting design, automation, or general engineering in a manufacturing setting is highly valuable.
• Experience written or run Design of Experiments before is even better.

Location(s)

• Pullman, WA – This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small‑town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
• Lewiston, ID – This position is located 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.

Benefits & Compensation

1. 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.
2. We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
3. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
4. 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.
5. 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

Pay Range Information: $102,900 - $130,000 per year. The range for this role is $102,900 - $130,000 annually. 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 the Mechanical Engineer 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.