Mechanical Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories•Pullman, WA

14d

About The Position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks, focusing on sheet metal and fabrication processes (laser cutting, press brake forming, welding, painting, mechanical assembly). Apply engineering principles and mechanics to create robust, manufacturable designs. Perform finite element analysis (FEA) for structural integrity and thermal performance. Experience selecting and specifying mechanical hardware components (e.g., hinges, latch systems) to meet design requirements and ensure compliance with standards such as UL 50E, IEC 60529, and NEMA enclosure ratings is a plus. Utilize bottom-up design methodology to build accurate models and assemblies. Generate and maintain Bills of Material (BOM) and provide accurate labor and material estimates. Collaborate with vendors for component qualification and monitor quality standards. Support design reviews and provide recommendations for improvements to documentation and manufacturing processes. Write and execute test plans; analyze and document results. Mentor ME Interns, Designers, and Associate ME’s . R equired Qualifications B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. 2+ years of industry experience post-graduation in mechanical design. Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and assembly design. Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanics, and manufacturing processes. Experience with sheet metal design, fabrication processes, and mechanical assembly. Familiarity with FEA tools and analysis techniques. Familiarity with UL 50E, IEC 60529, and/or NEMA enclosure ratings is a plus. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and collaborate effectively within a team. P referred Qualifications Experience with bottom-up design methodology . Hands-on experience with environmental testing. SolidWorks experience beyond academic exposure. 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. Salary Range Data: We anticipate filling this position as a Mechanical Engineer: $97,740 - $107,079 per year. 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, 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 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 [email protected] . SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

Requirements

B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
2+ years of industry experience post-graduation in mechanical design.
Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and assembly design.
Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanics, and manufacturing processes.
Experience with sheet metal design, fabrication processes, and mechanical assembly.
Familiarity with FEA tools and analysis techniques.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and collaborate effectively within a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience selecting and specifying mechanical hardware components (e.g., hinges, latch systems) to meet design requirements and ensure compliance with standards such as UL 50E, IEC 60529, and NEMA enclosure ratings is a plus.
Familiarity with UL 50E, IEC 60529, and/or NEMA enclosure ratings is a plus.
Experience with bottom-up design methodology .
Hands-on experience with environmental testing.
SolidWorks experience beyond academic exposure.

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks, focusing on sheet metal and fabrication processes (laser cutting, press brake forming, welding, painting, mechanical assembly).
Apply engineering principles and mechanics to create robust, manufacturable designs.
Perform finite element analysis (FEA) for structural integrity and thermal performance.
Utilize bottom-up design methodology to build accurate models and assemblies.
Generate and maintain Bills of Material (BOM) and provide accurate labor and material estimates.
Collaborate with vendors for component qualification and monitor quality standards.
Support design reviews and provide recommendations for improvements to documentation and manufacturing processes.
Write and execute test plans; analyze and document results.
Mentor ME Interns, Designers, and Associate ME’s

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Superior benefits.
Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
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.