Lead Electrical Engineer - Test Emphasis
Brief overview
About the company
SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
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4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026
Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.Job description
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Electrical Engineer - Test Emphasis to join our team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL).
In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving test systems to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our advanced power system protection products. You will lead a team of test engineers, work with automated test systems, analyze test data, and drive the quality and performance of our products.
As a Lead Electrical Engineer - Test Emphasis, a typical day will include the following:
Lead engineers and technicians in test development processes. Use project management tools to monitor the status and progress of tests and other deliverables.
Mentor engineers and technicians. Monitor performance of team members and actively participate in evaluations.
Own multiple projects of varying complexity. Deliver highest quality work on schedule. Establish project development plans and provide timely metrics on project status.
Review and approve test plans, station designs, and validation documentation. Ensure clear and efficient communications exist between test development team and customers.
Design, develop, and maintain test strategies for new and existing products that meet corporate objectives.
Evaluate new test technologies and methods.
Determine Design for Test (DFT) specifications and coordinate with engineering staff on new product design.
Gather and analyze test data to improve test coverage, process efficiencies, and perform software verification.
Model SEL Values.
Continuously identify, measure, and improve processes.
Understand, create, simplify processes.
Other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if you have:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Five years experience designing and developing production tests
Excellent leadership and supervisory 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:
3 years experience in project management
2 years prior supervisory or team leadership experience
Knowledge of SEL products
Location:
Lewiston, ID- This position is located at SEL’s state of the art manufacturing facility in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
Pay Range Information:
Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. The salary range for this position is between $79,400.00 and $124,000.00 annually. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
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.
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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