Lead Electrical Engineer - Test Emphasis

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer with a test emphasis to join its team in Lewiston, Idaho. The engineer develops, maintains and improves test systems for SEL's advanced power system protection products, leads a team of test engineers, works with automated test systems, analyzes test data and drives product quality and performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead engineers and technicians in test development, using project management tools to track tests and deliverables
• Mentor engineers and technicians, monitor performance and take part in evaluations
• Own multiple projects of varying complexity, set development plans and report timely project metrics
• Review and approve test plans, station designs and validation documentation, and keep communication clear between the test team and customers
• Design, develop and maintain test strategies for new and existing products, and evaluate new test technologies
• 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 efficiency and software verification

Required profile

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Five years of experience designing and developing production tests
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills
• Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills, work cooperatively in a team and pass a background check and drug test
• Preferred: 3 years of project management experience, 2 years of prior supervisory or team leadership experience, and knowledge of SEL products

What we offer

• Pay range of $107,600 - $161,500 per year, depending on experience and skills
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded ESOP and personal 401(k)
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs