Test Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) • Pullman, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Test Engineer a typical day might include the following: Collaborate with engineers and technicians in test development processes Lead testing efforts on multiple projects of varying complexity. Deliver the highest quality work on schedule. Establish project development plans and provide timely metrics on project status Design, develop, and maintain test strategies and specifications for new and existing products that meet corporate objectives Review and approve test plans, test programs, and validation documentation related to protection and automation in SEL devices. Ensure clear and efficient communication exists between the test development team and customers This job might be for you if you have: A B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Minimum of 2 years of experience designing and developing production tests Excellent writing and speaking skills Experience in Python programming Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s) You may be a stronger fit for this position if you have: A strong understanding of electric power systems and control A solid understanding of SEL devices Experience with communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, PRP, PTP, and IEC 61850 standards A good understanding of communication networks Location Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. 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. Pay Range Data We anticipate filling this position as an Test Engineer $97,740 - $144,460 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. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Requirements

• A B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience designing and developing production tests
• Excellent writing and speaking skills
• Experience in Python programming
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Nice To Haves

• A strong understanding of electric power systems and control
• A solid understanding of SEL devices
• Experience with communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, PRP, PTP, and IEC 61850 standards
• A good understanding of communication networks

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in test development processes
• Lead testing efforts on multiple projects of varying complexity.
• Deliver the highest quality work on schedule.
• Establish project development plans and provide timely metrics on project status
• Design, develop, and maintain test strategies and specifications for new and existing products that meet corporate objectives
• Review and approve test plans, test programs, and validation documentation related to protection and automation in SEL devices.
• Ensure clear and efficient communication exists between the test development team and customers

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees