Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

ESOP

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Family leave

Tuition assistance

Engineering programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA, is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer to lead test-system development for power protection products.

You will design tests, mentor a team, and partner with hardware, test-system design, data analysis, and production groups to ensure top-quality outcomes. The role emphasizes automation, data-driven improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering with a strong background in test systems and equipment, electronic systems, and power systems protection products.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring teams of test engineers or test technicians.
• Proficiency in automated testing tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive test plans and test cases for new and existing products.
• Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, providing guidance and support in test methodologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware design, test system design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and production.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality control measures.
• Develop and maintain automated test systems and scripts to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test processes and product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Python

Perl

Automated testing tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer to join our team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving test systems to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our advanced power system protection products. You will lead a team of test engineers, work with automated test systems, analyze test data, and drive the quality and performance of our products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive test plans and test cases for new and existing products.
• Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, providing guidance and support in test methodologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware design, test system design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and production.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality control measures.
• Develop and maintain automated test systems and scripts to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test processes and product quality.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering, with a strong background in test systems and equipment, electronic systems, and power systems protection products.
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring teams of test engineers or test technicians.
• Proficiency in automated testing tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong electronic knowledge and electrical analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., CpK analysis).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.

Location:

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.

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
• 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: $160,600-$237,300 per year

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.