Senior Engineering Technician

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Nampa, ID

27d•$43 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing functional and type tests that require a comprehensive understanding of electronics hardware and software with minimal supervision. The position also entails creating and overseeing engineering development test plans, designing and building engineering prototypes and test fixtures, and documenting their construction. Ensuring laboratories are adequately equipped and properly maintained, conducting laboratory reviews, and recommending equipment purchases are key responsibilities. Additionally, the role includes training technicians and engineers on test setup and execution, participating in engineering design reviews, processing engineering change orders of moderate complexity, and documenting laboratory procedures. The company emphasizes a culture of understanding, creation, and simplification, with other duties assigned as needed.

Requirements

Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree
Minimum of ten years experience testing and analyzing complex electronic circuitry
Proficient with modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits
Proficient 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
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)

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 functional and type tests requiring a 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 Changes Orders (ECOs) of moderate complexity.
Document laboratory procedures.
Other duties as assigned.