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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is an employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, that designs and manufactures protective relays, automation controllers, communications and cybersecurity products for electric power systems. Founded by Edmund O. Schweitzer III, who shipped the first digital protective relay, it has grown to more than 7,000 employees and serves utilities and industrial customers worldwide with products, engineering services and training. It hires power system protection engineers, software, firmware and hardware engineers, project engineers and managers, quality and compliance staff, sales and accounting roles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Independently perform preventive maintenance of basic complexity on manufacturing equipment.

2. Perform basic troubleshooting and repair of issues found during preventive maintenance and reactive calls.

3. Work under the guidance of Supervisor and Tech IIs and IIIs to complete tasks.

4. Enter and maintain accurate entries in the equipment maintenance database.

5. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

6. Understand. Create. Simplify.

7. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience

Basic understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic technology and theory

Experience maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment

Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics

Basic knowledge of modern test equipment used to diagnose equipment failures Expertise in Excel, Word, and Access

Ability to accept and understand direction, learn new skills and assume new responsibilities with a positive attitude

Ability to perform assigned tasks under direct guidance

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

Experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment, including analog, digital, and microprocessor circuits as well as vision and robotics systems.

Basic knowledge of programming automated production equipment.

Basic knowledge of printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, and cable assembly processes

Physical Requirements

Lift and maneuver 40 pounds

Pull weight from high/low shelves

Reach

Bend

Grip

Twist

Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours

Fine finger dexterity

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.

Location - Nampa, ID

Located in the heart of Idaho's Treasure Valley, Nampa offers a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a strong sense of community, and a growing economy. Residents enjoy nearby lakes, rivers, mountains, and year round outdoor activities while benefiting from the amenities of the greater Boise metropolitan area.

Travel

Must be willing and able to travel extensively during the first 6-12 months of employment while the facility is under development. Travel will primarily be to SEL manufacturing facilities in Pullman, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho for training, process familiarization, and relationship building. Travel is expected to occur in multiweek increments and may total approximately 8-12 weeks or more based on business needs and facility startup activities.

Pay Range Data - $34.81-$51.39 (+$10.00 per hour shift differential)

Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.

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.

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