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In this role, you will expand SEL’s capabilities and help start a new shipboard product line.Note: United States Citizenship is required.\nWorking with a wide range of colleagues from around the company, your engineering will help make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical for the United States Navy. Our small but growing team has the spirit of a startup with the support system of a large company. The work we do is fulfilling because it truly matters: We help keep the lights on for those defending freedom, preserving economic prosperity, and keeping the seas open and free. Join us!\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n1. Analyzes, designs, and develops conventional analog and digital circuits. Conducts moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product and circuit robustness.\n2. Develops hardware specifications and prepares system level specifications.\n3. Writes and analyzes test plans, executes tests and evaluates test results for use at peer design reviews and project notebooks.\n4. Prepares and maintains product documentation, including data sheets, instruction manuals, project notebooks, design and test documentation.\n5. Provides and maintains accurate project plans. Manages and/or leads hardware projects of moderate complexity. Coordinates engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing.\n6. Mentors and directs the efforts of associate engineers and technicians.\n7. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.\n8. Understand. Create. Simplify.\n9. Other duties as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications\nB.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience\nTypically 2+ years of combined experience in at least 2 of the following areas:\n-- Analog circuit design\n-- Digital design with microprocessors or FPGAs\n-- Power supply design\n-- PCB layout\n-- Hands-on prototyping experience is a plus\nWorking knowledge of project management processes and procedures\nStrong writing, documentation, and speaking skills\nAbility to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities\nAbility to work cooperatively in a team environment\nBackground check results satisfactory to SEL\nNegative drug test result(s)\nPreferred Qualifications\nKnowledge of one or more of the following:\n-- Industrial controls\n-- Voltage and current measurement techniques\n-- Mixed signal electronics design\n-- 3-phase and electric power systems\n-- Electric utility telecommunications\nLeadership experience or training\nPhysical Requirements\nNone\nLocation\nPullman, 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.\nCompetitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. \nPeople are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.\nWe’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.\nWe offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.\nWe 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.\nWe foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. \nAsk our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.\nPay Range Data\nWe anticipate hiring this position as an Associate Hardware Engineer: $84,200 - $115,500. 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.\nCommunication with Applicants \nWe communicate with all applicants. 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