As a Mechanical Engineer, a typical day might include the following:   
1. Perform the following mechanical engineering functions:
-- assembly design
-- plastic and metal part design
-- tolerance studies
-- design for manufacturability/assembly
-- component selection and specification
-- thermal analysis and design
-- mechanical shock and vibration analysis
2. Qualify and monitor component and custom part vendors.

3. Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Material. Provide accurate labor and material estimates.

4. Review, support, approve and provide recommendations for improvements to documentation, mechanical designs, and manufacturing process design.

5. Write test plans, conduct design tests, and review results.

6. Maintain current and accurate project notebooks.

7. Mentor ME Interns, Designers, and Associate ME’s.

This job might be for you if:
B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
2+ years’ experience in three or more of the following areas:
-- electromechanical packaging design
-- heat transfer
-- materials and processes
-- mechanics
-- computer-aided design
-- electronic manufacturing techniques
Strong problem solving skills
Strong project management experience
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Preferred Qualifications
2+ years SolidWorks experience
Environmental testing experience

Industrial plastics

Thermal modelling

Finite Element Analysis

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 an Engineer $88,000 - $108,000.  

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 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.