Lead Mechanical Engineer

**As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, a typical day might include the following:*** Collaborating in the generation of system specifications for new products and set long term product and process strategies.* Analyze, design, and develop sophisticated and robust enclosures, components, and assemblies. Performing tolerance studies, computer simulations, and other technical activities required to ensure product quality.* Conducts moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product robustness and manufacturability.* Write comprehensive analysis and test plans, executes test, reviews test results, and correlates test results with analysis for use at peer design reviews.* Prepare and maintain project notebooks and product documentation. Generate and maintain accurate bills of material* Provides and maintains accurate project plans. Manages and/or leads mechanical projects of moderate to high complexity. Coordinating engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing colleagues.* Mentor and direct the efforts of other Mechanical Engineers and technicians.**This job might be for you if:*** B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience* 6+ years of combined experience in: Electromechanical packaging design, computer-aided design (preferably SolidWorks), electronic manufacturing techniques, heat transfer/electronics cooling* Strong emphasis on simulation/tool driven design and verification methods (FEA, CFD, ANSYS, etc.)* Strong knowledge of project management processes and procedures* Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills**Preferred Qualifications*** M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related experience* Knowledge of one or more of the following: Industrial plastic, tool design, thermal modeling, IEC regulatory standards* Leadership experience or training.**Location: We would like to fill this position in** **Pullman, WA bur are open to considering Boise, ID candidates.****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: $115,300 - $170,400 annually.** We anticipate filling this position as a Lead Mechanical Engineer but we are open to reviewing additional candidates with more experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a higher level. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.**Communication with Applicants**We 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 View email address on click.appcast.io is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.