Hardware Engineering Technician

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • Pullman, WA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is hiring a Hardware Engineering Technician for its Government Services Division. The position performs electronic hardware tests, builds engineering prototypes, and documents and maintains records, working under the direction of engineers or more experienced technicians. U.S. citizenship is required. The role is based at SEL’s corporate office in Pullman, Washington.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree.
• Working knowledge of modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits.
• Familiarity with modern test equipment.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with C and assembly languages.
• Experience with O.S. and computer equipment.
• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic electronic hardware tests according to defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the direction of engineers or more experienced technicians.
• Build engineering prototypes under the direction of an electrical engineer or experienced technician.
• Document prototype construction and maintain pertinent engineering records.
• Assist engineers in evaluating new electronic components.
• Assemble test fixtures, load banks, and other components common to product development.
• Provide support to engineering staff as needed.
• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) of modest complexity under the direction of engineers or more experienced technicians.

Benefits

• Employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
• 9 paid sick days.
• Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Additional benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree