Senior Engineering Technician
About The Position
The Senior Engineering Technician performs functional and type testing, creates and oversees engineering development test plans, and designs and builds engineering prototypes and test fixtures. The role documents construction, maintains engineering records, ensures laboratories are properly equipped and maintained, conducts laboratory reviews, and recommends equipment purchases. The technician trains technicians and engineers on test setup and execution, participates in engineering design reviews, processes moderately complex Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and documents laboratory procedures. Other duties may be assigned. This position is based in Nampa, Idaho. Travel to SEL manufacturing facilities in Pullman, Washington, and Lewiston, Idaho, is required for training, process familiarization, and relationship building. The position is being filled at the Engineering Manager I level, though applicants may be considered for a different level based on their background. The stated pay range is $43.33–$65.62; the job description does not specify the pay period.
Requirements
- Two-year associate degree in electronic technology or a related field.
- At least ten years of experience testing and analyzing complex electronic circuitry.
- Proficiency with modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits.
- Proficiency with modern test equipment.
- Working knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and SEL test standards.
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Satisfactory background check results.
- Negative drug test result(s).
- Willingness and ability to travel to SEL manufacturing facilities in Pullman, Washington, and Lewiston, Idaho, for training, process familiarization, and relationship building.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with C and assembly languages.
- Experience with operating systems and computer equipment.
- Practical knowledge of three-phase power systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform functional and type tests requiring comprehensive knowledge of electronics hardware and software, with little supervision.
- Create and oversee engineering development test plans.
- Design and build engineering prototypes and test fixtures; document construction and maintain pertinent engineering records.
- Ensure laboratories are adequately equipped and properly maintained; conduct laboratory reviews and recommend equipment purchases.
- Train technicians and engineers on test setup and execution.
- Participate in engineering design reviews.
- Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) of moderate complexity.
- Document laboratory procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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 are also mentioned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
