Mechanical/Robotics Engineer

About the role

SEL is looking for a people-oriented Mechanical/Robotics Engineer to join its Product Support and Development - Mechanical team in the Manufacturing Division. The team develops and integrates mechanical and robotic solutions for manufacturing facilities that make product building safer, more reliable and more economical. The engineer owns the work from problem statement to solution integration and project close-out, leading a small team to deliver automation solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Hands-on design work, problem solving and direct customer interaction
• Lead a small team to develop automation solutions for production environments
• Use collaborative/industrial robotics, end-of-arm tooling, computer vision tools and self-developed mechanical tools and fixtures
• CAD work on new designs and tweaks to existing ones
• Ensure solutions work on the production floor, take part in design reviews and give feedback
• Deliver results on time and within budget while developing employees

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• About 2+ years of experience in three or more of: automation integration, materials and processes, mechanics, CAD, manufacturing engineering, electronic manufacturing techniques
• Project management, clear written and verbal communication, quick learner, team player
• Must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements

Required skills

• CAD
• Automation integration and robotics (Universal Robots Cobots and vision systems are a strong plus)
• Design of Experiments experience is a plus

What we offer

• Pay range of $102,900 - $130,000 per year, depending on experience and level
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded ESOP and personal 401(k) options
• 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

The position is available in Lewiston, ID or Pullman, WA, with work from both locations about 45 minutes apart.