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Lead Process Engineer - Vertical Integration Metals

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. · Idaho - Lewiston, United States

Other EngineeringLeadExternal listingfull-time7 days ago

About The Role

As a Lead Process Engineer, a typical day might include

  • Lead and support a team of engineers , technicians and speci alists in a high-mix, low- volume and prot otypi ng environment where priorities shift quickly.
  • Troubleshoot and drive t o root caus e on production challenges in real time, working directly with operators to resolve tolerance, fixturing, and process issues.
  • Develop and refine build plans, ensuring parts move efficiently through punching, forming, machining, welding, and coating.
  • Create and improve clear, practical work instructions that drive consistency and quality on the floor.
  • Oversee and optimize CAM programs to improve setup efficiency, repeatability, and throughput.
  • Mentor engineers and technicians, raising the technical capability and problem-solving skills of the team.
  • Specify and procure new equipment, helping drive long-term capability, capacity, and process improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead engineers, associate engineers, and technicians in the expansion, development, deployment, and sustainment of manufacturing processes.
  • Mentors and coaches other engineers and technicians.
  • Assist management in developing and driving the execution of operational and strategic objectives.
  • Drive high quality and efficiency in the manufacturing processes, operations and tools.
  • Manages or prepares documentation, including experiments, component and equipment qualifications, assembly materials qualifications, etc.
  • Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
  • Understand. Create. Simplify.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

6+ years’ experience in

  • Computer-aided design; SolidWorks preferred
  • Electronic manufacturing techniques

Technical expertise in two or more of the following areas

  • Heat transfer/electronics cooling
  • Material selection and fabrication technologies
  • Design for manufacturability
  • Mechanics
  • E lectromechanical packaging design
  • Working knowledge of project management processes and procedures
  • Demonstrated leadership and problem solving skills
  • 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)

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of one or more of the following

  • Machining /Sheet Metal production processes
  • Tool design
  • 2+ years SolidWorks experience

Physical Requirements

None

  • 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

New hires generally start between $115,300-$170,400 per year. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

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 careers@selinc.com .
  • SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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