Manufacturing Engineering Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • Lewiston, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I to join its Manufacturing Engineering team within the Manufacturing Division in Lewiston, Idaho. The role supports production, new product introduction, and process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. It combines technical problem-solving, process analysis, and hands-on collaboration to improve safety, quality, productivity, and the overall manufacturing experience.

The technician works alongside operators and engineers to identify opportunities involving safety, ergonomics, quality, lead time, and dignity of work. By understanding product flow, identifying waste, and helping design practical solutions, the role contributes to the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

The Manufacturing Engineering team partners with Research and Development and Manufacturing facilities to design and manufacture new products. Working with manufacturing engineers, assemblers, and supervisors, the team develops products and processes for different production environments. Projects range from changes to existing products to new technologies for the electrical protection industry.

Requirements

• Technical degree or equivalent hands-on engineering and manufacturing experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and interest in improvement.
• Ability to solve technical problems using data, analysis, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, quality systems, continuous improvement, or mechanical design.
• Comfort working with engineering drawings, technical documentation, and manufacturing tools.
• Ability to manage projects, prioritize work, and drive results in a team environment.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn and grow.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to reach, bend, and twist.
• Ability to sit and stand for at least 8 hours.
• Vision correctable to 20/30 or better and ability to differentiate colors.
• Proficiency using computer keyboard devices.

Nice To Haves

• Strong process analysis and improvement experience.
• Experience with a wide variety of manufacturing technologies, such as collaborative robotics, laser engraving, and ultrasonic welding.

Responsibilities

• Support production, new product introduction, and process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Work with operators and engineers to identify opportunities related to safety, ergonomics, quality, lead time, and dignity of work.
• Understand product flow, identify sources of waste, and help design practical, effective solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, assemblers, supervisors, Research and Development, and Manufacturing facilities to develop products and processes.

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.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed