Manufacturing Engineering Intern

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Pullman, Washington. It suits current students who want hands-on experience while continuing their studies, working part-time during the academic semester and full-time during the summer.

Key responsibilities

• Apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power systems
• Assist teams supporting customers with the design, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems, on-site and from SEL offices
• Complete assigned work using established procedures under immediate supervision
• Finish work within agreed scope, schedule and budget, focusing on quality and safety
• Follow SEL values, principles of operations and world-class manufacturing principles
• Other duties as assigned

Required profile

• Current student pursuing a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and find solutions
• Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills, take on new responsibilities and work cooperatively in a team
• Satisfactory background check and negative drug test results

Required skills

• Power systems knowledge is a plus
• College coursework in electric power and/or controls (power system protection, symmetrical components, programming, control systems) is a plus

What we offer

• Pay of $24.25-$33.00 per hour, depending on role and year in school
• 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