As a Design Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
Design and engineer low- and medium-voltage AC and DC circuit breakers.
Propose, estimate, plan, and execute high-quality work that meets or exceeds applicable standards, regulations, customer specifications, and requirements.
Communicate and collaborate with customers using verbal discussion, written correspondence, teleconferences, technical reports, papers, presentations, and product documentation.
Consult with, mentor and train other engineers and colleagues in technical disciplines.
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
Protect SEL Intellectual Property by writing patent and copyright applications.
Required Qualifications
United States citizenship
B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related or equivalent experience
5-10+ years of work experience with the following:
-- AC and/or DC circuit breaker design and engineering
-- electric power systems practices and philosophies
-- statistical analysis and data analytic techniques
Expert experience with modeling and simulation software (Ansys, Solidworks, Matlab, Simulink, etc.)
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Excellent technical training skills
Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Preferred Qualifications
Successful experience with new product development and introduction, including testing, qualification, and manufacturing
Experience with military-grade environmental requirements (e.g., shock, vibration)
Understanding of power utility protection, control, automation, and communication schemes
Expert knowledge of power systems analysis, power system protection and power system stability
Demonstrated and recognized research record
Author of quality professional publications
Physical Requirements
Sit up to 8 hours a day
Vision correctable to 20/30 or better
Ability to communicate via telephone
Use computer keyboard device
Location
Pullman, WA- SEL’s 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.
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 401K 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
We anticipate filling this position as a Design Engineer $69,100 -$108,100.
We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. 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
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.