Hardware Engineering Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a Hardware Engineering Technician working in our research and development division. This technician will be testing proto units and boards with a chance to perform investigative troubleshooting to the component level. If this sounds like you, please apply. As a Hardware Engineering Technician a typical day might include the following: Work with mixed-discipline engineering teams to perform in-depth troubleshooting, reverse-engineering, and analysis of failures in protective relay platforms. With engineering support, perform/develop mixed-disciplinary tests (hardware emphasis) of varying complexity based on an existing and evolving knowledge of embedded systems, power systems, electronics and protective relay platforms. Own the communication of results and progress to product line owners, manufacturing and quality personnel via test reports, and established meetings. Build engineering prototypes under the direction of an electrical engineer. Document prototype construction and maintain pertinent engineering records. Design and assemble test fixtures and other components common to product development. This job might be for you if: Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree. Minimum of two years of hands-on industry experience in testing, analyzing and troubleshooting complex electronic circuitry. Detail-oriented person and enjoy board-level troubleshooting and tend to perform in-depth analysis. You see yourself as an excellent troubleshooter who gets to the root cause on a self-directed basis with minimal external guidance. Proficient with the fundamentals of analog and digital circuits. Proficient with test equipment used in electronics labs. Strong organizational, documentation, and speaking skills. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Python, C, or assembly languages Experience with Advanced Test Equipment, O.S., and computer equipment Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems Location Pullman, WA- SEL 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 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 Hardware Engineering Technician I $32.88 - $48.60 per hour. Hardware Engineering Technician II $35.83 - $52.95 per hour. Senior Engineering Technician $40.50 - $59.84 per hour, (etc.) We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different 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 . 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.